Pagan Deities and Occult Themes
Nauthiz (ᚾ) is the tenth rune in the Norse Futhark runic alphabet and represents the sound N. It also represents the concepts of need or necessity. Nauthiz is also the second rune in the second aett. The Norse runes are divided into three eight-rune families, which represent distinct themes. The second aett is ruled by... Continue Reading →
Hagalaz (ᚺ) is the ninth rune in the Norse Futhark runic alphabet and represents the sound H. It also represents the concepts of hail and hailstones. Hagalaz is also the first rune in the second aett. The Norse runes are divided into three eight-rune families, which represent distinct themes. The second aett is ruled by... Continue Reading →
Wunjo (ᚹ) is the eighth rune in the Norse Futhark runic alphabet and represents the phonetic sound W. It also means joy or harmony. In rune readings, it is associated with positive outcomes and success, but also finding happiness in the small things and gratitude for what you have. The Wunjo rune is linked with... Continue Reading →
Gebo (ᚷ) is the seventh rune in the Norse Futhark runic alphabet and represents the phonetic sound G. It also means gift or exchange. In the Viking world, gift-giving was extremely important as it solidified relationships and forged bonds of loyalty. Today, it is less about physical gifts and more about the attention, care, and... Continue Reading →
Kenaz (ᚲ) is the sixth rune in the Norse Futhark runic alphabet and represents the phonetic sound K. It also means torch or knowledge. The Kenaz rune points towards the torch of knowledge and the fire of creativity, and points at knowledge gained through illumination. It is often linked to a period of learning, teaching,... Continue Reading →
Raidho (ᚱ)is the fifth rune in the Norse Futhark runic alphabet and represents the phonetic sound R. It also means Riding, Wagon, or Journey, and is linked with both physical and spiritual journeys. The Raidho rune is a reminder that the journey is often more important than the destination, and that the passage between two... Continue Reading →
Ansuz (ᚨ) is the fourth rune in the Norse Futhark runic alphabet and represents the phonetic sound A. It also means God, Mouth, or One of the Aesir and represents communication and creativity, and also inspiration and divine or ancestral wisdom. The rune is intrinsically linked with every type of communication, shared and received. It... Continue Reading →
Thurisaz (ᚦ) is the third rune in the Norse Futhark runic alphabet and represents the phonetic sound TH. It also represents the giants, Jotunn, the force for Chaos in the Norse universe, and thorns. The giants represent raw strength, often things that are unharnessed and therefore can be a source of healing or hurt. Thorns embody... Continue Reading →
The pagan festival of Imbolc falls halfway between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox. It is usually celebrated on February 1st or 2nd in the Northern Hemisphere (beginning at sunset on the first and continuing throughout the 2nd). Modern pagans celebrate on August 1st or 2nd, although it is not a tradition with deep... Continue Reading →
Uruz (ᚢ) is the second rune in the Norse Futhark runic alphabet and represents the phonetic sound O. It also represents an Auroch, which is a kind of wild ox that once roamed Europe. It was also sometimes used to refer to drizzle or sleet. The Auroch were massive and known for their strength, so... Continue Reading →