The Runes

Rune Reading for Monday 17 March 2025

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. They reveal to me today, In an inverted state, Ehwaz is issuing us a cautionary tale of remembering the trust you have establised within yourself, as well as with others. Ehwaz is the rune of trust, while there may have been betrayals, and disharmony in your past, we must be reminded that we need to leave it there, in our past. Moving forward means leaving unproductive, and valueless memories behind as we seek a new path of growth and love. While Dagaz indicates that we are experiencing a paradigm shift in our thinking about our spiritual path, which means we are breaking free from the molds of understanding that have pre-dated our existence by several millennia. Dagaz represents the spiritual awareness and awakening that we seek, and being in our present, this would indicate that we have engaged a journey toward that goal. Today, Algiz in an upright state indicates that we have begun in earnest, to seek that which lies outside what the physical sensory input can absorb, the realm of the spirits. We will begin a journey of discovering what lies out there in the unknown of our future by connecting to our deities, the spirits, and especially our ancestors. This rune, in this position, indicates that we have begun a connection to the higher form of life for ourselves. Othala, which is the rune of the ancestors. It speaks to us today about embracing the ancestors, as well as the wisdom they offer us in our modern-day existence. As we further embrace our ancestry as a needed resource in our life, we will find mental freedom as they offer us the knowledge, of both our present and our future pathways. Have conversations with them to receive more intellect and knowledge in which to construct the wisdom about existence. Othala unites us with the entirety of our ancestry.  

Rune Reading for Friday, 14 March 2025

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. They reveal to me today, Algiz represents the state of listening. Hearing the whispers of our past teaching us the lessons of growth of consciousness. Typically, Algiz indicates that we are awakening from our mindless existence of succumbing to the fates and beginning to initiate the control of the emotional energies that drive our perception of reality. Our experiences now connecting to energies of the deities, and a concentrated effort to achieve a higher form of life. As well, Thurisaz issues us warnings about carrying some of those negative energies from our past in into our present and beyond. Cautions about strife we have caused or been the recipient of that cause, disease, explosive violence, even only in word. These are negatives of our past that it would be good to control and remove from our focus. We are in control. This should become our mantra moving forward. I control how I feel. Ehwaz reveals the necessity to trust in oneself. When building bridges of trust to other positions within the cosmos we must remember that our destination will only materialize when we have built this bridge from an origin of trust. In other words, we need to have trust in ourselves to establish it to something, or someone else. It is critical that we remember that our point within the cosmos ensures that we must work at building our end of the bridge within ourself first

Rune Reading for Thursday, 13 March 2025

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. They reveal to me today, Dagaz in our past indicates that we have begun a journey or inspired a journey to be undertaken. Dagaz speaks about the paradoxical truth that we all seek within our lives. A daily engagement is required by our physical mind to ensure that we take the time to recognize the season that is upon us. Dagaz represents a drastic change within the mind of the individual, so our past includes the initiation of a journey to enlightenment through the conceptual realization of the incommunicable experience we have enjoyed. Jera represents those cyclic energies within our existence, whether it be the inhale and exhale of our own selves, or the changing of the seasons here on Midgard, it represents those which changes with the appropriate seasons. The thing to take away about Jera being in our present is the understanding that each experience that occurs is happening for a reason. We need to take a moment to consider what that reason is and be willing to learn. Laguz within our future is indicative of the emotion of love. A powerful energy that draws from within the spiritual mind that energy of hope. This typically brings spiritual consciousness mental processing as we connect across the spiritual realm to ancestors who will offer us wisdom and guidance along our path. Laguz speaks of these crossings into the spiritual realm may occur during the hours of sleep as we drift effortlessly across the veil between that realm and this. Ehwaz is the rune of trust, and just as importantly, trust between peoples. Our cautions today indicate that we should embrace the trust within ourselves, focus on trusting our heart to lead the way into our future. We must prevent ourselves from overthinking the movements toward the future, but instead, let our heart and feelings lead the way. Trust in yourself. You are indeed strong enough, brave enough, beautiful enough, and are worthy of the love you receive.

Rune Reading – 12 March 2025

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. They reveal to me today, like its namesake, this rune indicates a spiritual warrior who has retained a sense of honor through the tribulations of our past. The rune Tiwaz symbolizes the ability of decision-making, and sacrifice. These have been the pave stones that we have built the road in which we now walk. Tiwaz reveals that we have used an even-handedness to deal with those in our past who brought inconvenience and troubles, that we have established a loyalty and faith in those who would stand by our side in the heat of battle. It would seem with this rune here in our present, we have ascertained a manner in which to obtain a form of sanctuary, and shelter for our own thought processes. This ability brings with it a sense of pulling back into the secrecy of our minds to prevent the poisoning by those sowing the seeds of hate, thereby liberating us from that mindset. Berkano also brings the understanding of that of life changes, becoming, and birth. Indicating that although this is a needed skill to have, we are still new to it and will need to practice to become a master. Uruz represents that of inspiration, either being it, or having it. We need to keep our wits about our travels, as we may not recognize who’s actions we may influence. It is also the rune of manifestation, which alludes to the action steps necessary for forward progress to the health and well-being of or physical form, and mind. Uruz recognizes the strength, constancy, and tenacity that you are capable of, we simply need to heal the mind to ensure we can recognize and call upon it. Today, Ansuz reminds us that mental strength, and your animating spirit must be retained as you travel toward your destiny.  Being able to rely on your physical mind to interpret the reality we experience brings transformation, synthesis, and divine inspiration to your existence. As we are able to inspire the deities, we find that they can offer a great deal in return, so, we must remember to continue to be ourselves in the face of (sometimes) overwhelming opposition. You are, indeed, more than up to the task. You are great enough!! 

Rune Reading for Tuesday, 11 March 2025

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. It reveals to me today that we have broken down barriers in our past, but, it cautions us that we should ensure the barriers are completely removed, as they can prevent us from returning to our path, if there are portions that remain. Thurisaz cautions us about foolishly misjudging the state of our previous challenges. Ensure we have learned, then released these old memories. Happiness has to begin within, as we must be willing and able to love ourselves before we emit it to the world. Although the rune of ice indicates treachery as we try to walk upon it, we must remember, if we put ice skates on our feet, how much faster we can travel across its surface. While the ice can contort our view of what lies beneath it, sometimes it can magnify it, bringing into sharper focus. Use the reflection upon its surface to reveal the reflection of the beautiful soul you’ve become.  Othala is the rune of the ancestors, and beckons us to connect through the spiritual realm to those ancestors for guidance and wisdom. It produces the energy of paradise, that moment of total relaxation and accomplishment. Time to count our blessings. Ultimately, Othala brings us freedom. Freedom of the mind and of our thought processes. Free from the unwanted influences that attempt to sway our trajectory. It reminds us of dedicating time for our own self-care. This is an important reminder, as too often we succumb to the perceived need to help others, we often forget that we are incapable of helping others if we are completely drained ourselves. Taking time to recharge our batteries, absorb the lessons of our past experiences, and continue our trajectory through this physical life time. Make time each day to gather your thoughts and concentrate on healing yourself that you may be less affected by the influences of the day. 

Rune Reading for Modnay, 10 March 2025

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. Algiz indicates that we have spent time in our past listening, understanding the higher-self, coming to embrace the divinity (whatever that means for you). Algiz brings forth the emotional memories and lessons of awakening, and connection to your gods. It is the establishment of a divine connection in which to guide us into the future. Inguz reveals that we are becoming whole. We are understanding the balance between the spiritual and physical selves. Inguz reminds us of the benefits of taking time for ourselves, internal gestation, and rest. Balancing our acceptance against that of expectation to reveal our true self. Inguz says that now is a time to review the lessons of our past to ensure we are comfortable with the path forward. Trust is built on the energy generated through the actions of others that validates the expectations generated by the energy of intrinsic hope. Revealed here today in the experiences we have yet to have, it denotes family and friends, teamwork and harmony. The rune is telling us that the most powerful energy is that of a family. We must also remember that family does not mean we are related by blood, but rather by the spirit. Sowilo represents the seat of the soul, and revelation of the true self. It reminds us here today that we should retain our faith in the outcome of what lies before us, for we may have discovered our life’s purpose by releasing the energy of intrinsic hope within. This energy will draw upon the universe’s intellect that will foster our further enlightenment, revealing that which we hope to pass.  

Rune Reading for – 7 March 2025

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. I find Ihwaz so enticing because it speaks to the energy transmissions fostered by the eastern understanding of the Chakras. By ensuring that our chakras are healthy and working as necessary, we are able to move energy through our physical form to determine where it is needed for restoring our body’s health and wellness. As per our reading today, it would seem that we have accomplished a deep understanding of how this affects us, and more importantly, how we can direct this energy for our own benefit. Today, Ansuz reveals that those around us may have their best intentions in mind when offering any advice, and not yours. Exercise caution when accepted advice from others, and pay particular attention to those who attempt to force us to change. They are obviously struggling with their own understanding and may be delusional in the difference between our journeys. Be careful with your heart today, do not be so generous today as there may be some who wish to damage it. Nauthiz reminds us that our future relies on our continued steps toward our destiny of enlightenment. Like falling a tree, we must swing the axe, this is our physical effort necessary to gather the wood for the fireplace. There is a necessary component of "actively" seeking something in which to find it. Therefore, in much the same way, we must continually maintain our active state of seeking. This is our energy contribution to bringing that which we want or need to fruition. For each thing here on the physical plane, there is a level of action in which we must engage it. To understand what influences we should retain, we have drawn the rune Ehwaz, and today it offers us a cautionary revelation to retain. Ehwaz is the trust between two individuals, it is the underlying model in which authority is built upon. For us to properly maintain the pillars of knowledge within our mind, we must know that the base intellect is sound, and that soundness is provided by placing a level of authority in the source that has provided it. Ensure that we retain the cautionary aspect to ensure that we continue to maintain a trust between the self and the source, otherwise, do not let the intellectual energy disturb what you have already built.  

Today’s Rune Readings – 6 March 2025

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. It would seem we have made dramatic changes in our past, this energy remains strong with the ancestors. To change our trajectory through this existence, simply redirecting the energy within the mind was all it took. The real challenge came in maintaining this trajectory change, and not being dragged back to an antiquated methodology of thinking. The ancestors are here to support our trajectory changes, especially when they are dramatic like these. Be strong in our decision to change, and rely on the ancestors to guide us forward.Laguz reveals the perfect mind, so with it being in our present influences, our mind remains at the perfect place for what needs to be done right now. Our connections to the ancestors grows by the day now, and we are beginning to feel their presence. Laguz demonstrates itself to our physical form initially within our dream states, and helps us to establish our life’s dreams. With the paradigm shift initiated in our past, the change of perspective is arriving within our understanding here in the present. We need to embrace this change, embrace the emotional states associated with a new life, and truly being to explore our potential. Nauthiz reminds us that our future relies on our continued steps toward our destiny of enlightenment. Like falling a tree, we must swing the axe, this is our physical effort necessary to gather the wood for the fireplace. There is a necessary component of "actively" seeking something in which to find it. Therefore, in much the same way, we must continually maintain our active state of seeking. This is our energy contribution to bringing that which we want or need to fruition. Fehu is the rune of young love. Fehu teaches us that we should retain our "beginner’s mind" in the constant quest to gain more experiences to raise our level of wisdom that is applied during our interactions with the reality in which we exist. Primarily Fehu brings an understanding of material gain, energy transmissions, and of course, new beginnings. Fehu, as the first rune of the first Aett reparesents the start of something great. Whether its a new job, relationship, family, or spiritual understanding, this new path will bring great things into our lives.  

Today’s Rune Reading – 5 March 2025

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. Our past experience’s influences are Odinn’s rune does not have any markings on it, this is indicative as to having a clean slate to begin to fill with a new life. Today, after additional prayer to the gods, Odinn has told me that we need to focus on leaving the past behind. We must recognize that there is nothing we can do to alter the experiences we have had, but, by learning from those lessons, we can move forward in a more aligned way. Perthro in our present, in an inverted state indicates cautions should be applied to our everyday life. Ensuring that we retain the balance between our knowledge and our imagination, and being willing to try new experiences, even if we are doubtful at first. Perthro warns us of stagnation, and delusional thinking, and continues by warning us about removing the lack of knowledge. Today Algiz demonstrates our connection to the gods, and real-world awakenings to the much larger experience we call life. Algiz calls us to a higher life, beginning a journey on the upper roadways that will lead us to the upper rooms of our existence. A very powerful rune, it offers us hope that we will conquer the day and arrive at those experiences we haven’t had. Inguz is the rune of wholeness, it offers us an understanding of our journey through this lifetime, through personal development, effectively managing our inner-child to grow properly. Inguz calls us to mediation where we can rest, recover, and take time for oneself to heal the wounds of the psychological war we have been fighting. 

Today’s Rune Reading – 4 March 2025

The gods have offered us wisdom and guidance through the runes today. These runes have reminded us of the journey that we have begun. By clearly understanding the path we have consciously chosen we understand that there will be challenges and obstacles that we must overcome. Do not succumb to fearing that which stands before us. By breaking down these larger thoughts and feelings, we can ascertain what exactly needs to be managed to move forward. The rune of Tiwaz represents the god himself of Tyr, he demonstrated an extraordinary courage in the feats he undertook. While our courage must be tempered with a level of fear to provide the priority in managing our emotional state, it should never be too much as to cause us mental paralysis. We are foretold that the method at which to conquer fear is to illuminate it, by educating ourselves and becoming prepared, we can hold the line against, what may be viewed as overwhelming. Take each challenge in smaller portions and we have a much better path to victory, but remember, to retain just a little to ensure our caution moving forward.

Copyright © 2023. Alaskan Úlfhé∂nar, and Whispers of the Norse. Property of the Alaska Outlaws LLC, Anchorage, Alaska. All images and names are the property of Alaska Outlaws LLC.