The Big Book of Runes and Rune Magic: How to Interpret Runes, Rune Lore, and the

American runologist Edred Thorsson provides a complete introduction to the world of runes for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Thorsson's presentation of this powerful system provides a valuable tool for self-development and spiritual transformation.

This comprehensive guide is suitable to those new to the runes as well as for long-time practitioners. It includes:
An introduction to the 24 runes of the Elder Futhark along with an explanation of their definitions and mystical properties
An exploration of the historical lore of runes, with reference to archaeological evidence to explain where the runes come from, what they mean, and how they evolved
The hidden, esoteric dimension of runes
The cosmology of the Old Norse meanings of the runes to help explain the role they played and how they were used over time
Specific explanation on rune magic, divination, rune poems, and runic numerology

This comprehensive guide also includes Instructions on how to make your own runes and imbue them with numinous power, arrange the optimum setting for a rune reading, and prepare yourself psychologically and spiritually for casting the runes.
 
This book is a true favorite of mine! The level of knowledge and detail found in one place is simply amazing! 
 
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