Elder Futhark Rune Meanings

Elder Futhark In the Germanic language group, the word Runes means “secret”, or “whisper”, deriving from Proto-Germanic rūnō,  an Indo-European language that evolved from Proto-Indo-European and was spoken around 500 BC and gave birth to Proto Norse in the first Century CE.

But where do the Runes come from? It is the Alphabet of the Vikings, right?  They indeed have used the Runes, but the origin is much more complex...

“Buchstabe” in High German “Beech-staffs”, implies the powerful nature of words and spells. Every word is power (“Kraft”) and can heal or destroy.

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The Three Aettir: – Freya’s Aett: Freya, the Norse goddess of love, fertility, and beauty, governs this group. The runes under this aett often deal with matters of the heart, emotions, and human connections. – Heimdall’s Aett: Heimdall, the guardian of the Bifrost bridge, is associated with this aett. The runes here are linked to protection, vigilance, and foresight. – Tyr’s Aett: Tyr, the god of law and heroic glory, is the figurehead for this group. The runes in Tyr’s aett often revolve around themes of justice, honor, and societal order.