Elder Futhark Rune
Algiz
Id15
NameAlgiz
LetterZ or R
MeaningElk, protection
Phonetic"all-yeese" z or final R
KeywordsProtection, a shield. The protective urge to shelter oneself or others. Defense, warding off of evil, shield, guardian. Connection with the gods, awakening, higher life. It can be used to channel energies appropriately. Follow your instincts. Keep hold of success or maintain a position won or earned. Algiz Reversed: or Merkstave: Hidden danger, consumption by divine forces, loss of divine link. Taboo, warning, turning away, that which repels.
UprightControl of the emotions is called for. Correct actions are the only true protection you have. If you are in pain, or turbulence, do not try to hide from it, for it is only the pain and turbulence of progress.
InvertedHealth and associations are to be examined now. If persons are 'using' you, and you know it in your heart, then know that you are the one responsible for the outcome, not them. Only then will you benefit from it. Winning may not be possible, but in losing there is a form of winning through learning and the progress takes place.
TarotThe Moon
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AstrologyJupiter
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GodValkyrjur
ColourGold
TreeYew
HerbAngelica