The Elder Futhark Runes: A Comprehensive Guide to History, Meaning, and Divination

di C. Blackthorn (Autore)

Thirteenth Key Press, 2025

The Elder Futhark Runes: A Comprehensive Guide to History, Meaning, and Divination is both a scholarly exploration and a practical handbook for anyone drawn to the mysteries of the runes. Tracing their origins from myth and archaeology through centuries of use in magic, divination, and symbolism, this book offers a deep historical analysis alongside practical instruction for modern seekers. Each rune is explored in detail with sections on: Etymology & Historical Uses — grounding each rune in its cultural and linguistic roots. Symbolic Field & Archetypes — exploring the mythic and psychological dimensions. Divinatory Questions & Practical Spreads — guidance for readers looking to work with runes for self-reflection and divination. Meditative Practices & Ritual Applications — for those seeking a spiritual or transformative connection. What makes this book unique is its ability to speak to multiple audiences at once. Historians will find solid context and analysis; practicing pagans and spiritual seekers will discover tools for ritual and meditation; beginners will find step-by-step guidance for their very first rune cast. It is a book that bridges the gap between ancient tradition and modern application, showing how symbols carved over a thousand years ago can still guide us in navigating today's challenges. Structured with both depth and accessibility in mind, this book balances scholarship with practice, making it equally valuable for researchers, modern pagans, spiritual practitioners, or anyone curious about these ancient symbols. The runes are not relics of the past—they are living keys to understanding cycles of time, the human psyche, and our connection to the cosmos. This book invites you into that conversation, whether you approach with intellectual curiosity, spiritual longing, or a desire for personal growth. Perfect for readers of Diana Paxson, Freya Aswynn, or anyone seeking to walk the path where myth, mystery, and practice meet.

• Autore: C. Blackthorn
• Anno edizione: 2025
• Editore: Thirteenth Key Press
• Formato: EPUB2 con DRMFREE
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9798232234843