Rune Work - First Aett Review (Freyja’s Aett)
I will give a surface review before I go through the rest of the Aettir of the Elder Futhark. As always, I find that the runes are not something that can be relegated to a fixed definition when applied to your own life. Experience the runes and you will see their meanings outside of the ones I have. Do not read my definitions as they are by and large for me. Take interest in the order of the runes and then have your own conversation with them.
Fehu
This rune deals with potential of wealth as cattle was seen a denomination of wealth for the Norse at one time. Possessing wealth and spending wealth are two different things so this focuses on the potential of having wealth in one form or another.
Uruz
This rune deals with the strength to crush obstacles and the strength to hold back when necessary. Mental/Physical strength is seen as two different beasts but used together they make you a force to
be reckoned with.
Thurisaz
This rune deals with actively attacking a foe or obstacles in your way and removing them from your sphere of influence. We should have no hesitation to remove an obstacle out of your way or it isn’t a true obstacle and more of a nuisance…at least that is the impression we give.
Ansuz
This is a rune that symbolizes the power of words and specifically the breath being tied to the soul. Each word we speak is part of a galdr (spell) of our own. We need to realize our words have power and to choose them wisely when we release them into the universe. Again this has ties to Odin but will not be looked at closer until all sets of 3 Aett have been studied.
Raido
This is the rune of the traveller. Raido is the journey you are on that you have no control over. As I see it, it is a rune that reminds me to enjoy everything life has to offer without relegating the experience to something I must control because life experience is fluid and the lessons are many, reprieves are few.
Kenaz
This is the torch we carry to illuminate our path during our journey during those times we need direction. The lessons may come but we are also able to illuminate our answers with this rune. This is also the rune of passion and fiery states of mind. Are you driven to succeed? Are you passionate for your lover? There are so many things that can represent kenaz that this listing is FAR from exhaustive.
Gebo
This rune represents any gift you give or receive. Be it knowledge or material, all gifts given with an intent to help someone are valuable. Gifts come in all forms and when one is given, it will benefit you to give one back as this can also strengthen relationships indirectly. Be in balance when you give and receive to feel the joy both can bring.
Wunjo
This rune is one of joy or completion of a step to a goal or setting out for a new goal. This rune can also be about inner piece and spiritual enlightenment that you feel when you come to the end of the many legs of your spiritual journeys.
Thus conclude’s Freyja’s Aett of the Elder Futhark.