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Runes are what the Vikings used to write with, and was used in divination, or the telling of the future. They are divided in 3 divisions, called Aetts. Together, these divisions are called the Aettr. In each Aett, there are 8 runes for a total of 24. |
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First Aett |
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Fehu- traditionally, this rune meant Posessions, and it's sub-meanings are Cattle, goods, and vital community wealth. |
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Uruz- This meant Strength, and also meant sacrificial animals, and the Aurochs (bos primigenius) which is a species of wild oxen. |
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Thurisaz- This meant a Gateway, and also meant Giant, demon, a thorn, and the norse God Thor, who you will learn about later. |
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Ansuz- Ansuz meant Signals, and also represented Loki who you will also learn about later, mouth (source of divine utterances), and river mouth. |
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Raidho- Raidho meant Journey. it also meant riding, carriage, refers to the soul after death and it's also a journey charm. |
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Kano- Kano meant Opening and also meant torch and skiff. |
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Gebo- Gebo meant Partnership and also meant a gift and offerings from the gods or cheiftains to loyal followers. |
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Wunjo- Wunjo meant Joy and also meant the abscense of suffering and sorrow. |
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Second Aett |
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