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(conium maculatum) and, as I have mentioned above, yarrow and could mean that they were drugged to the point where they could no
parsley. The selected herbs were usually mixed with oils or fat and longer get an erection. Socrates was executed with hemlock in ancient
the thick salve was either rubbed into the skin, often directly into the Greece. It is a horrible death, as the plant paralyses the muscles and the
armpits, on the forehead, between the thighs and smeared directly on victim chokes while fully conscious.
Tyr s helm, wolf  s-bane or aconite: Whatever you call this plant, it is still
very poisonous. In the Middle Ages, a killer would mix it into the drink
of her or his victim. First, the hapless fellow would experience a burning,
itching sensation, then numbness and sedation. Death occurred when
the breathing muscles are paralysed and the heart stops. Ancient
people used the plant to make poisonous arrows with to shoot animals
or enemies. Rubbed into the skin, aconite gives a feeling of heat and
itchiness combined with hallucinations. It affects the nervous system THE RUNES
and may lead to the impression that the user is clothed in feathers or
furs, or even changing into an animal. It can also induce sexual arousal
to the point of a trance. The Germanic name sound/letter meaning
Fehu F Cattle, wealth
These poisonous herbs should not be messed with, and certainly not Uruz U Aurochs, strength, courage
taken internally! They can be deadly or at the very least make you sick. Thurisaz TH Giant, thorn
I have known several people (myself included) who have tried to mix Ansuz A A God, divine power
their own hallucinogenic, resulting in nothing more but a headache, Raido R Riding, wheel, motion
nausea, a rush and other discomfort. Please do not experiment without Kenaz K or C Torch, light, pine
having detailed and safe instructions. Gebo G Gift, talent
Wunjo W or V Perfection, joy, prosperity
SACRED AND MAGICAL DRINKS Hagalaz H Hail, formative causation, hidden
Alcoholic drinks made from apple, oak-leaf, dandelion flowers, nettle, influences
or mead, to name but a few, are especially powerful if one spices them Nauthiz N Need, necessity
up with special herbs, or charges the wine with the desired energy whilst Isa I Ice, static force
brewing  like drawing a rune in it or visualising a rune in the liquid. Jera J or Y Harvest, year, season, completion
With this, your unique wines could keep you in good health and aid Eihwaz between E and I Yew, bow, defence
your visions or even, as an old mead book informs me (Mjødboka by Pertho P The way of the Wyrd
Welle Gjest),  make good company stay longer (and)  send unwanted Algiz Z Elk, psychic protection
guests straight home and keep them away . Be sure to label the bottles! Sowulo S Sun, victory
Teiwaz T The God Tyr, sword, power,
justice
Berkana B Birch, regeneration, purification,
fertility
Ehwaz E Horse, transformation
Mannaz M Man, or, rather  human
Laguz L Lake, water, life energy and
intuition
Inguz NG Frey, fertility, limitless Ansuz: This rune means  a God and is mainly dedicated to Odin,
expansion master of the runes. Ansuz is particularly good for invoking inspiration
Othila O Inherited land, possessions, and wisdom, and a talisman is helpful with creative work such as writing
ancestry or performing. The rune can be used to communicate with Odin. In
Dagaz D Day, noon, daylight divination, Ansuz may indicate answers gained through inspiration and
inner knowledge.
This is my (very basic) interpretation of the runes... I am discussing the Raido: Symbolises a journey on horseback, which also represents
single, upright rune only, the reversed and face-down positions often the ride into the underworld. A talisman is good for travelling and
have a different meaning. in magical workings it can be useful for travelling the other side, for
understanding great changes and communicating with spirits. The rune
I have been very inspired by Freya Aswynn s book  Leaves of Yggdrasil , represents change in the self, new ideas, new ways of life and the need to
since I also personally have known her and learned a few valuable things be in control of oneself in one s journey through life.
about rune magic from her when I was living in London.
Kenaz: The torch represents human s ability to control fire, and is a
Experts on runic scripts suggest that there is no evidence that individual symbol of magical power and initiation. A talisman is good for attaining
runes were ever used for magical practise. However, they also have no knowledge of higher things. This rune is useful for creative purposes and
evidence that they were not. We do have evidence that many magicians sex magic. In divination is may indicate positive energy, enthusiasm and
today use runes for spells and divination with amazing results. learning.
Fehu: Represents the good things in life. A Fehu talisman is useful for Gebo: This rune indicates a gift, a present from the Gods, a talent, a gift
gaining wealth, friendliness and merit. In divination it may indicate an to the higher self, hospitality and sacrifice. It is a reminder that a gift
increase in wealth, luck, success or plenty. demands that a gift be given back. In all situations in life, one must give
in order to receive. Gebo represents the balance between opposite forces.
Uruz: Uruz represents the primal energies of creativity and fertility. This rune is used to bind people, and in the old days it was thus a symbol
Great potential, power and courage, but also the danger of being of betrothal in marriage. In divination is may indicate generosity, joy
careless. A talisman is useful if one is undertaking an adventure, journey and friendship.
or starting a business. In magical workings, the Uruz rune is used to
invoke physical strength and the regeneration of the body. In divination Wunjo: This rune symbolises joy and pleasure. A talisman is good for a
it may indicate striving for a goal and the will for independence. person s work to be noticed, and for passing tests and exams successfully.
Wunjo means wishing, so this is the rune to use in a spell to get your
Thurisaz: A rune dedicated to Thor. A rune of attack and defence. Its desire fulfilled (to me it has proved to be very powerful). Draw the rune
power can be invoked to keep an enemy at bay. This rune can also be with one finger on your forehead and visualise it sinking into your skin [ Pobierz całość w formacie PDF ]