Download or read book Taking Up the Runes written by Diana L. Paxson and published by Red Wheel/Weiser. This book was released on 2021-12 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An accessible, in-depth exploration of the runes as a living spiritual tradition. Diana Paxson has distilled her many years of experience working with the runes into this essential source book. Readers will learn the historical meaning of each individual rune and its use and meaning now, in contemporary culture. But, Paxson reveals, the real power of the runes comes from internalizing them and using their symbols as sources of wisdom and power. At the end of each chapter are rituals and spells for all levels of ability that aim to help internalize the attributions, meanings, symbolism, and use of the runes. Everything regarding runes is covered in this definitive workbook, from the history of runes and how to make your own rune sets, to how to work with them on a psychic, spiritual, and magical level.
Download or read book Casting the Runes and Other Ghost Stories written by Montague Rhodes James and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2002 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This selection of twenty-one short stories by M.R. James--a first-classwriter of supernatural fiction--represents his best work, including "CountMagnus," "The Rose Garden," "The Uncommon Prayer-book," "Rats," "The Malice ofInanimate Objects," and "A Vignette," as well as the title story.
Download or read book The Runes Have Been Cast written by Robert Irwin and published by Dedalus Original Fiction In Paperback. This book was released on 2021-11-29 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Runes Have Been Cast is a black comedy of darkest hue about academic and literary life set in Oxford and St Andrews in the early 60s. A tin of alphabet spaghetti brought about Lancelyn's first encounter with the apparently supernatural. Unfortunately it was not to be his last. Runes, ghosts and spaghetti apart, there is much for Lancelyn to be afraid of: the future, women, Critical Theory, sex romps, The Times' crossword puzzle, succubi and creative writing classes. The pages of The Runes Have Been Cast are haunted by M.R. James, Thomas de Quincey, Mr. Raven, St. Ignatius of Loyola, Iron Foot Jack, J.R.R. Tolkien and an anonymous tramp. I do not think that I can have read a novel which makes so many references to actual works that I have never heard off. With a fairly complex plot, ghosts popping in and out, strange but colourful academics, much mirth and mockery, two young men too full of themselves, a rampaging sex goddess, lots of interesting books and authors, intertextuality galore, the idea of God as a novelist, immersive literature and Tolkien and his bloody elves, this book is a thoroughly enjoyable read. -John Alvey in The Modern Novel
Download or read book Nordic Runes written by Paul Rhys Mountfort and published by Inner Traditions / Bear & Co. This book was released on 2003-05-05 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reveals the ancient oracle based on the runic Elder Futhark alphabet of the Norse.
Download or read book Goddess Runes written by P. M. H. Atwater and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive guide to the casting and divination of rune stones includes a unique set of ancient Nordic runes which invites readers to explore the profound power of their own feminine inner wisdom and intuition. The book clearly explains how to create and care for one's own set of runes, as well as how to cast, read, and interpret the stones.
Download or read book A Practical Guide to the Runes written by Lisa Peschel and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 1989 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook will help you discover the oracular nature of the runes and how to use them as a magickal tool for insight, protection, and luck.
Download or read book The Book of Runes 25th Anniversary Edition written by Ralph Blum and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2008-11-11 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Book of Runes is something very special: a part of the ancient past and, perhaps, a part of your future... Based on a tradition over one thousand years old, the Runes are seen by many as a contemporary Oracle and collectively, have established themselves as a remarkable aid in practical decision making. A huge success with over 900,000 copies sold, since its original publication in 1983, The Book of Runes has proved to be a modern classic. For this, the 25th anniversary of the work, Ralph H. Blum has expanded and refined the runic system, making the Runes one of the most profoundly useful self-help tools of the new century.
Download or read book The Runes are Cast written by R. P. Back and published by Hyperion Books. This book was released on 1980-01-01 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fortune telling by Runes written by David Line and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Simply Runes written by Kim Farnell and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2006 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent years, people everywhere have rediscovered the power of runes, making them an increasingly popular form of divination. Using dozens of charts and tables (including a Runic Calendar and Clock), and presenting each letter of the runic alphabet in detail with its origins and magical uses, a top expert now helps seekers tap into their energy. From making your own runes (and a bag to protect them) to reading the ancient alphabet, from casting the runes to interpreting the spread, all the basics are laid out in an easy-to-follow, clear, and superbly illustrated fashion, perfect for beginners.
Download or read book Runes for Beginners written by Lisa Chamberlain (Witch) and published by . This book was released on 2018-05-23 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everything You Need to Know to Begin Working With Runes The enigmatic nature of the runes is undeniable. In fact, the English word "rune" comes to us from the Norse word runa, which means "a secret," or "to whisper." As symbols, the runes mean little to the untrained eye, yet the magical energies they activate can be used for positive, impactful change in your everyday life. But what are runes, exactly? On the surface level, runes are the characters in a writing system used by the ancient Germanic peoples of Europe. But unlike our modern letters, the runic symbols had been used for magical purposes long before they were fashioned into an alphabet. This is known from runic inscriptions found on ancient artifacts as well as Germanic myth and lore handed down over the centuries. Indeed, those who work with the runes today are taking part in an age-old magical tradition established by our Northern European pagan ancestors. In Runes for Beginners, best-selling author Lisa Chamberlain shines the light on these ancient symbols, showing you how to discover and utilize their unique magical energies. With both an eye toward tradition and a multicultural spirit, Lisa combines an appreciation for the Germanic roots of the runes with a more eclectic Neopagan approach. Unlike many other books on the topic, Runes for Beginners is completely accessible to those with no experience in Northern European magical traditions, yet it doesn't ignore those traditions altogether. You will emerge from this guide with a basic understanding of the runes' role in ancient Germanic paganism, as well as a solid foundation of knowledge to build your own runic practice, regardless of your religious or spiritual path. Foundations in Runic Magic and Divination The runes represent various aspects of the human experience of the Universe-both tangible and intangible. Each runic symbol embodies a natural force, or type of energy, which the rune worker can attune to and then manipulate in various ways. Runes can be sent out into the Universe to manifest a magical goal, or they can be used to consult with the unseen realms about a situation at hand. In Runes for Beginners, you'll learn all you need to know to start working with runes, including: The history of the runes and their role within the framework of the Germanic magical worldview The origins of runic wisdom in Norse mythology An overview of the Elder Futhark, the oldest-known runic alphabet and most widely used rune system in contemporary Neopaganism Basic techniques of rune magic, including rune scripts, bind runes, and creating runic talismans How to make your own runes Instructions for traditional rune-casting as well as contemporary rune spreads Tips for successful divination The divinatory meanings and magical uses of each rune in the Elder Futhark A suggested reading list for further exploring the runes and the magical and spiritual traditions of the ancient Germanic peoples Detailed tables of correspondence for a handy condensed magical and divinatory guide By the end of this guide, you will have a working knowledge of the runes that will enable you to use them with confidence in magic and divination. However, when it comes to truly mastering the runes, the importance of time and practice can't be emphasized enough. Indeed, working with runes can truly become a lifelong journey, but Runes for Beginners is an excellent first step along the way. If you're ready to start exploring the runes for yourself, just scroll to the top of the page and hit the Buy button!
Download or read book Rudiments of Runelore written by Stephen Pollington and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This little volume provides a useful introduction and guide to the ancient runes of the Germanic peoples. It discusses the origins and meaning of all the known runes, and includes text and translations of rune poems and riddles from England, Norway amd Iceland, as well as two short essays on `The Norfolk TIW runes' and `The Brandon runes'.
Download or read book Divination with Runes written by Monique Joiner Siedlak and published by Oshun Publications, LLC. This book was released on 2021-03-12 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn magic and meanings—and everything else you need to know about runes Dig into the rich history of runes and unlock the knowledge of their power. If you’re looking for a good starting point then this is the book for you! There’s a lot to learn and this guide breaks it down into easy to understand terms anyone can learn. Learn how to integrate runes into your everyday life today by learning everything from the meanings of runes to proper care and storing techniques. This book will teach you: • What Runes Are • Rune Lore • Rune Meaning • Rune Divination • Rune Magic • Getting Acquainted With Your Runes • Casting And Reading • Storing Your Runes …and more! What are you waiting for?
Download or read book Runemarks written by Joanne Harris and published by Random House. This book was released on 2012 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seven oâe(tm)clock on a Monday morning, five hundred years after the End of the World, and goblins had been at the cellar again. Maddy Smith has always been an outsider. In a world ruled by the harsh and puritanical Order, she is shunned for the strange birthmark on her left hand. For this is no ordinary birthmark âe" it is a runemark, a sign of the old gods. In fact, Maddy can do things that no-one else can, things that could be called magic. But not until she meets the old traveller One-Eye, an outsider like herself, does she learn what power she really has, and what she will be asked to do with it. In Runemarks, Joanne Harris creates a world not unlike our own - if it had been shaped by the Vikings instead of the Romans - and colours it with her familiar blend of rich imagery and gritty realism. A disenchanted world, where the gods died long ago. Can Maddy bring them back to life?
Download or read book The Nordic Book of Runes written by Jonathan Dee and published by Ryland Peters & Small. This book was released on 2021-02-09 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to the secrets of rune-reading, an ancient predictive art, that teaches you how to lay out runes and interpret them instantly. Once the sacred alphabet of the Germanic people of Northern Europe, runes are more than 2,000 years old. Runes (meaning a secret or mystery) were words of power, once carved on amulets, rings and weapons, and found as inscriptions on tombstones. The 1st rune, Fehu, is connected with cattle, and since wealth was measured in the number of cows a person owned, it has an underlying meaning of material wealth. The 11th rune, Isa, literally means 'ice', signifying danger and the probability of slipping up. Likewise, the 17th rune, Tiwaz, shares its significance with the North Star as an aid to navigation and charting life's path. In this insightful book, each of the runes is fully described, together with the symbolic images and celestial phenomena associated with them. Methods of laying out, or 'casting' the runes are described in order to give a full and comprehensive reading to answer any question. There are six spreads to choose from, from Odin's Rune, a simple reading with one rune stone, to using up to nine runes for deeper insight into the past, present and future.
Download or read book Modern Runes written by Vervain Helsdottir and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-09-08 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the incredible power of rune casting—ancient magic for the modern day The practice of magic may be less common today, but it certainly hasn't been forgotten. Modern Runes shows you how to draw upon the wisdom inherent in these ancient symbols and bring the arts of runic divination and magic into your life. Focused on the Elder Futhark—the oldest runic alphabet—this complete guide offers simple and straightforward ways to help you unlock the mysteries of runes and bring their power into the modern world. From choosing your rune set to navigating runic spreads to creating talismans, you'll discover everything you need to become a practitioner of this deeply spiritual art. Modern Runes includes: Runic history—Explore the origins of the runes as you dive into the history and mythology surrounding them, as well as how they were originally used. Modern magic—Bring runic magic into the modern day with guides to casting, interpretation, and divination perfectly suited for today's practitioners, while remaining rooted in tradition. Understanding the Elder Futhark—Master the meanings behind runes and discover how they can be cleansed, consecrated, charged, read—including reversed runes—and used in your day-to-day life. Unlock the secrets of runes and make their magic a part of your day.
Download or read book The Big Book of Runes and Rune Magic written by Edred Thorsson and published by Weiser Books. This book was released on 2018-11-01 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Runes are the ancient Norse alphabet used for communication, divination, and magical work. Here, American runologist Edred Thorsson provides an in-depth guide to the world of runes for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Thorsson's presentation of this powerful system provides a valuable tool for self-development and spiritual transformation. The Big Book of Runes and Rune Magic: Introduces the 24 runes of the Elder Futhark along with their definitions and mystical properties Explores the historical lore of runes using archaeological evidence to explain where the runes come from, what they mean, and how they evolved Reveals the hidden lore and esoteric dimension of runes, looking at the cosmology of the Old Norse to explain the role runes played and how they were used over time Includes specific sections on rune magic and divination, rune poems, and runic numerology, as well as instructions on how to make your own runes and imbue them with numinous power, arrange the optimum setting for a rune reading, and prepare yourself psychologically and spiritually for casting the runes This book includes material from the author's previous books Futhark, Runelore, and Runecaster's Handbook.
