From "Fehu" to "Dagaz," every letter of the ancient Runic alphabet is charged with mystical meaning and magical associations. 2,000 yeas ago, they solicited the influence of the Norse gods and goddesses. Now you can do the same, by using these 25 beautiful and evocative cards, illustrated by an internationally acclaimed artist. They will become a source of inspiration. To tap into the power, begin by looking into the guide that explains the cards' symbolism and how to interpret their oracular meaning. You'll see how to work with them in simple spreads and learn how they reveal the truth about important matters from the past, issues that concern you know, and questions that will affect your future. Consult the runic cards for pleasure and profit, to gain insight and guidance, and to uncover the divine patterns shaping your life and the lives of those around you.

This title is an introduction to the oracle of the Runes which can be used as a tool for self-counselling. The 25 cards represent the Runes themselves and can be used to guide you on a journey beyond the material to the creative and spiritual.

The history of the runes is mysterious. According to Norse mythology, Odin, the chief of the gods, hung himself in self-sacrifice from the world tree Yggdrasil for nine days and nights in order to receive cosmic wisdom. This was granted to him in the form of the runes. The word rune is derived from rúna, an ancient Germanic word meaning whisper or mystery. The runes make up an alphabet that, with local variations, was used across most of northern Europe from pre-Christian times until the thirteenth century. This book explains the meanings of the runes and the Norse mythology that underpins their basic concepts. The straight, angular lines of the runes are ideal for carving into bone, wood, or stone, or forming with twigs. Different methods for making runestones are described with instructions on how to use them for divinatory and magical purposes, from making talismans to petitioning the Norse gods. In addition to the history of runes and how to use them, this pack comes with 36 handy cards so that the wisdom of the runes can be carried with you at all times. The cards include handy carry-size information on the 24 runes and their meanings, plus some essential runic blessings and wishes.