Moon Day

Rune: Ehwaz

Ætt: Tyr

Aspect: Murkstave

#9 in the Cycle of Initiation indicating Movement, Progress

https://sites.google.com/site/themindofguido/chapter-8-the-elder-futhark/tyr-s-aett/3-ehwaz

This is not really a negative Rune. A change is perhaps craved. Feeling restless or confined in a situation. Movement that seems to block. Not all possibilities are open to you. Make sure that your actions and attitudes are timely. Perhaps you are doing - or not doing - something that is not right for you at this time. You may need to avoid action. There are no missed opportunities - recognize that not all opportunities are for you.

Frey Day

Rune: Uruz

Ætt: Frey

Aspect: Brightstave

#3 in Cycle indicating Strength, Manhood/Womanhood

 

https://sites.google.com/site/themindofguido/chapter-8-the-elder-futhark/frey-s-aett/2-uruz

 

The Rune of terminations and new beginnings, drawing Uruz indicates that the life you have been living has outgrown its form. That form must die so that life energy can be released in a new birth, a new form. This is a Rune of passage and, as such, part of the Cycle of Initiation.

Growth and change, however, may involve a descent into darkness as part of the cycle of perpetual renewal. As in nature, the progression consists of five parts: death, decay, fertilization, gestation, and rebirth.

Events occurring now may well prompt you to undergo a death within yourself. Since self-change is never coerced - we are always free to resist - remain mindful that the new form, the new life, is always greater than the old.

Prepare, then, for opportunity disguised as loss. This could involve the loss of something or even someone with whom you have an intense emotional bond, and through whom you are living a part of your life, a part that must now be retrieved so you can live it out for yourself. In some way, that bond is being severed, a relationship radically changed, a way of life coming to an end. Seek among the ashes and discover a new perspective and new strength.

The original symbol for Uruz was the aurochs, a wild ox. When the wild ox was domesticated – a nearly impossible task - it could transport heavy loads. Learn to adapt yourself to the demands of such a creative time. Firm principles attach to this Rune, and at the same time humility is called for, since in order to rule you must learn how to serve. Uruz lets you know that your soul and the universe support the new growth.

Thor's Day

Rune: Berkano

Ætt: Tyr

Aspect: Brightstave

#8 in the Cycle of Initiation indicating Growth, Rebirth

 

https://sites.google.com/site/themindofguido/chapter-8-the-elder-futhark/tyr-s-aett/2-berkano-1

 

Another of the Cycle Runes, Berkano denotes a form of fertility that fosters growth both symbolically and actually. The growth may occur in affairs of the world, family matters, one's relationship to one's Self or to the Divine.

A Rune that leads to blossoming and ripening, Berkano is concerned with the flow of beings into their new forms. Its action is gentle, penetrating, and pervasive.

What is called for here is going into things deeply, with care and awareness. First disperse resistance, and then accomplish the work. For this to happen, your will must be clear and controlled, your motives correct. Any dark corners should be cleansed; this must be carried out diligently and sometimes with expert help. Modesty, patience, fairness and generosity are called for here. Once resistance is dispersed and rectification carried out and seen to hold firm, then, through steadfastness and right attitude, the blossoming can occur.

Wotan's Day

Rune: Othala

Ætt: Tyr

Aspect: Murkstave

#2 in the Cycle of Initiation indicating Separation, Retreat, Inheritance

 

https://sites.google.com/site/themindofguido/chapter-8-the-elder-futhark/tyr-s-aett/8-othala

 

You are called upon to be totally honest, as you shed that which is holding you back. To flow is the proper attitude, not rigidity in the old ways or habits. Do not be mechanical or robot like in your actions. Be aware of the changes going on around you. It may be time for a possible strategic retreat. You may be too comfortable, watch what you are doing. Do not be bound by old conditioning. Do what benefits you AND others. - Cultivate adaptability and skillful means.

 

Tiw's Day

Rune: Algiz

Ætt: Heimdall

Aspect: Brightstave

 

https://sites.google.com/site/themindofguido/chapter-8-the-elder-futhark/heimdall-s-aett/7-algiz

 

Control of the emotions is at issue here. During times of transition, shifts in life course and accelerated self-change, it is important not to collapse yourself into your emotions - the highs as well as the lows.

New opportunities and challenges are typical of this Rune. And with them may come trespasses and unwanted influences.

Algiz serves as a mirror for the Spiritual Warrior, the one whose battle is always with the self. The protection of the Warrior is like the warning rustle of the sedge grass or like the curved horns of the elk, for both serve to keep open space around you. Remain mindful that timely action and correct conduct are the only true protection. If you find yourself feeling pain, observe the pain, stay with it.

Don't try to pull down the veil and escape from life by denying what is happening. You will progress; knowing that is your protection.

 

Moon Day

Rune: Eihwaz

Ætt: Heimdall

Aspect: Brightstave

#9 in the Cycle of Initiation indicating Movement, Progress

 

https://sites.google.com/site/themindofguido/chapter-8-the-elder-futhark/heimdall-s-aett/5-eihwaz

 

As we are tested we fund the power to avert blockage and defeat. At the same time, we develop in ourselves an aversion to the conduct that creates stress in our lives.

If there appears to be an obstacle in your path, consider that even a delay may prove beneficial. Do not be overly eager to press forward, for this is not a situation in which you can make your influence felt.

Patience is the counsel Eihwaz offers: nothing hectic, no acting needy, or lusting after a desired outcome. This Rune speaks to the difficulties that arise at the beginning of new life. Often it announces a time of waiting - for a spring to fill up with water, for fruit to ripen on the bough.

Perseverance and foresight are called for here. The ability to foresee consequences before you act is a mark of the thinking person. Avert anticipated difficulties through right action. For even more than we are doers, we are deciders. And once the decision is clear, the doing becomes effortless.

The Rune of Defense points out that, through inconvenience and discomfort, growth is promoted. For as the wood of the yew tree becomes the bow of the Spiritual Warrior, so the obstacle on your path can become the gateway to a new life unfolding.

This may well be a trying time; certainly it is a meaningful one. So set your house in order, tend to business, be clear, and wait on the will of Heaven.

Frey Day

Rune: Algiz

Ætt: Heimdall

Aspect: Reversed

 

https://sites.google.com/site/themindofguido/chapter-8-the-elder-futhark/heimdall-s-aett/7-algiz

 

Be thoughtful about your health. Do not add to the burdens others are carrying. Look carefully at the associations you form at this time. If you see fit to become involved with people who are using you, remain conscious of that fact and take responsibility for your own position; then you can only benefit. Regardless of whether your enterprise prospers or suffers, do not be concerned: you may not win, but you will never lose, for you will always learn from what takes place.

Temperance and courtesy are the sinews of this Rune's protective powers.