If the First Aett of the Elder Futhark represents the forces of creation and cosmic order, the Second Aett plunges us into the energies that stir, disrupt, and transform. These eight runes guide us through the cycles of time, the power of sacrifice, and the illumination of consciousness. They reflect...
The First Aett of the Elder Futhark: Creation, Polarities, and the Dance of Life
As noted from an earlier post about the Elder Futhark, the oldest known runic alphabet is divided into three families, or aettir, each capturing a distinct realm of existence. The First Aett, often called the Aett of Creation, is ruled by Freyr and Freyja, and represents the primal forces of...
Exploring the Runic Aetts: The Three Pathways of the Elder Futhark
Runes are ancient tools of wisdom, a language of archetypes much like tarot, but conveyed through the Norse Alphabet. Each rune carries its very own unique vibration and meaning. But within the Elder Futhark, there is a deeper layer of structure that adds richness and depth to their interpretation: the...