Runes

Runes may be considered as being an ancient written alphabet, usually associated with Nordic, Germanic, and Viking cultures.  Similar to some other ancient alphabets, each rune in the runic alphabet is considered to have various layers of meaning, along with special magical powers.  The word "rune" comes from the Gothic term "runa," which means "mystery."  Rune symbols were most likely derived from an even older Etruscan alphabet. 

Rune symbols were also used for divinatory purposes. 

Sadly, runes were eventually banned by the Christian Church.  Their use did, however, survive in parts of Scandinavia, and there has now been a resurgence of interest in runes thanks to attention from those involved with the New Age.

Here's an index to products related to runes, which we'll be expanding as time goes by:

• Runic Tarot
• Witches Runes

External Websites:

• The American Museum of Natural History has an interesting page on runes, as part of their Viking section.

Of related interest:

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