The runic alphabet, or Futhark, gets its name from its first six sounds
(f, u, th, a, r, k), much like the word 'alphabet' derives from the first
two letters of the Greek alphabet, alpha and beta. Each rune not only
represents a phonetic sound but also has its own distinct meaning.
The Elder Futhark is divided into three groups or families
called aettir (plural). Each aett (singular) represents a common theme.
Aett means eight.
The first aett is assigned to Freyja, and relates to the
personal aspects of day-to-day life. The second aett is assigned to
Heimdal and relates to progress. The third aett is assigned to Tyr and
relates to energies of dominion and the mystery of moving beyond.
The Elder Futhark is the oldest set of runes numbering
twenty-four. There are other sets of runes such as the Younger Futhork
with sixteen runes, the Anglo-Saxon Futhorc with thirty-three runes. Each
has similarities and differences but has common uses.
Runic script has been found on many artifacts. However, runic script may
be read from left to right or from right to left, even on the same
artifact. Translation of runic inscriptions is therefore extremely
difficult.
Learn more about each rune from the Rune Guide
- Elder Futhark obtainable from us at Mystic Guides.
rune pages > The First Aett The Second Aett The Third Aett < rune pages
The following are the third 8 runes which are part of the third Aett. Click on titles above to go to other Aett pages.
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