The Elder Futhark runes are one of if not the oldest form of the runic alphabets, used by ancient Germanic and Proto-Norse peoples long before the Viking Age. While the Vikings themselves actually switched to the “Younger Futhark” (a shorter alphabet), and the Anglo-Saxons expanded theirs into the “Futhorc,” the Elder Futhark is the set most commonly used for divination today.
Historically, runes were a practical writing system—used for everything from grave markers to mundane graffiti (like “So-and-so was here”). But there are also clear instances of them being used for magic or charms. In some cases, the way they were carved-written suggests the writer was venting or focusing intent, much like we do today. Cultures change, but human nature doesn’t.
Just for fun, I’ve created this page to give yourself oracle readings using Norse runes. Hover over each rune to see it’s meaning. Or get yourself a reading below.1
English Name: Journey
This Rune is related to communication and harmony of something made up of two elements. It often signals the possibility of a journey, be it in the physical world or to the depths of your being. Such journey could well be towards self-healing or self-change. Raido advises you to moderate any excess in your life.Maybe an unexpected union will occur in your life, or maybe you will reunite with someone close that you havent seen in a long time. Or maybe the reunion predicted by Raido refers to certain internal aspects in you that have been in conflict for some time.