| The fifthteenth rune and seventh of the Second Aett of the Elder Futhark is called "Elhaz" or "Algiz". It's sound is "ZZ". A powerful rune of protection, its shape symbolizes the stupedously resistant power of the elk, whose antlers strike fear into its enemies. Seeing the threatening antlers, none dare attack, and the elk wins without a fight. Elhaz also symbolizes the hardy "elongated" or "beaked" sedge plant, whose sharp leaves repel would-be eaters. To the rune-master, Elhaz is the most powerfully defensive sign of all, for it has the ability to repel all evil. Above all others, it is the rune of personal protection. Visualization of the rune around your body provides a potent shield against all kinds of physical and psychic attack. The Elhaz rune is equally effective in safeguarding property, especially buildings and vehicles. The supportive, defensive power of Elhaz promises protection against all of those forces or influences, known and unknown, which conflict with us. Symbolically, it represents the power of the human being striving toward the divine, with the assistance of otherworldly support. |