What are runes and what are they for?

​Runes are a set of symbols that make up an alphabet. One of its main characteristics is that they are written on a support usually made of stone or wood. These characters were used for the first time by the Germanic people around 100 BC (Northern Europe). According to tradition, each symbol is assigned a name and represents some kind of esoteric and divination power. They were also used to write commemorations. There are different types of rune according to their origin, for example: The original futhark (alphabet), the Anglo-Saxon, the Danish ...

"Runa" means secret and symbolizes the noise of one stone colliding with another. Runes are a legendary visionary and magical method. The Germanic peoples blindly trusted in their powers to make very important decisions, especially to know how a battle would unfold. As we have said there are different types of runes, in them the number of alphabet symbols varies. The original and most popular has 24 letters.

Currently, there are quite a few people who are experts in interpreting the runes. This means that its power of divination and success depends to a great extent on the ability and experience of the interpreter and on how the questions of the future are formulated. The runes are not used for exact predictions, but they are used to guide you on a future event, an issue or a decision. Of course, you should always meditate on the questions you want to ask or the issue that disturbs you. Runes are associated with great energy power and that is why today they are used to channel and organize the energies that people need in relation to goals and dreams. The emotional state and internal energy of both the consulted and the consultant are also key elements to take into account when using the runes to make a prediction. It is recommended to be in calm, relaxed and balanced moods. There are also other factors that affect the roll. From the time and day of the week, to the place and the clothes to be worn.

There are several ways to interpret the runes. An example is that of the runic trio. It consists of throwing three stones.
The first rune symbolizes the general state in the present. The second one refers to the troubles and difficulties of life and the third rune means the recommendations on the way forward.

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