SynopsisRunework authority and author Edred Thorsson, explores the riddle of the runes. Combing historical lore with a detailed investigation, Runelore focuses on the esoteric aspects of the runic tradition. In Part One, Historical Lore, Thorsson uses archaeological evidence to explain where the runes come from, what they mean, and how they evolved. In Part Two, Hidden Lore, he takes a more psychological view of the runes and looks at the entire cosmology of the Old Norse to explain the role runes played and how they were used over time. Included are specific sections on rune magic and divination, rune poems, runic numerology, and concise explanations of the mysteries of the 24 runes. Reprinted with a newly designed cover, Runelore offers a complete picture of the Runes., Combines folklore, linguistics, and the history of religion and magic to provide an invaluable introduction to casting and deciphering the hidden teachings of the runes. Written by leading rune scholar Edred Thorsson, author of the bestselling Futhark and many other books on rune lore and divination practice, Runelore is an indispensable text for anyone seeking to broaden their understanding of the runes and the runic alphabet. An important addition to any magical practitioner's library, the extensive scholarship of the history and greater role of runes in our own magical awareness will appeal to students of the occult, history, and folklore alike. In Runelore , you will learn about: Rune Magic and Divination Runic Codes Runic Numerology The Odhinic Pantheon Explanations of the Runic Mysteries Divine Patterns Jungian Symbolism and Runic Psychology
LC Classification NumberBF1623.R89T49 1987