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Ancient Runes: Lesson 2 When you enter the classroom, you observe that the professor's desk is empty and that he is nowhere to be seen. Instead, there is a short message on the chalkboard: Quote:
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Rave walked into the classroom and sat down. She looked at the writing on the board and wrote down... Quote:
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saeda wrote her answers down whick were 1.Thurisaz meant magical power and of the forces of chaos or evil. 2.Kaunaz meant heat or light 3.Eihwaz meant a beast of burden or a horse saeda finished writing the answers down and waited quietly. |
Mandi walked into the classroom and looked around, the Professor was not there but she noticed the writing on the board and proceeded to start with the work that had been assigned. "Wow, I think this is gonna be a very interesting class today." she thought to herself. She began to write the names on the board and then write their meanings and properties 1.) Thurisaz:Magical power, the forces of chaos or of evil. Temptation. A warning. Runic #:3 Color: Bright Red Element: Fire Polarity:Male Asso.Gods: Thor Plant: Houseleek Astrological Corres.:Mars Tree: BlackThron Gem: Sapphire 2.)Eihwaz: Horse, beast of burden, steed or mount, Momentum. Speed Runic #:19 Color: White Element: Earth Polarity:Male & Female Asso. Gods:Frey, Freyja Plant: Ragwort Astrological Corres.: Gemini Tree: Ash Gem: Iceland Spar 3.) Kaunaz: Heat, light, enlightenment Runic #: 6 Color: Light Red Element:Fire Polarity: Female Asso.Gods: Heimdall, Freyja, Grey Astrological Corres.: Venus Gem: Bloodstone Plant: Cowslip Tree: Pine |
Ayumi walked into class. She saw the others writing something down. She glanced at the board. "Oh," she said and sat down to begin. Quote:
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Luna walked into the class and sat near rave. she pulled out her parchment and jotted down what she knew about the runes Quote:
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Lee walked into the Ancient Runes classroom for the fuirst time this year since he had slept in for the last one. He took a seat near the front, he enjoyed the company of Opteryx. afterall he was one of the Professors who was on his side about the Common Rooms being a tad bit suspicious. However in the classroom no Professor Opteryx could be seen, just a message on the blackboard and a few other early students. Lee removed his necessary equipment from his bag and began his work. Quote:
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g_g went in the room and found instructions written on the chalkboard. she quickly took out her parchment, quill, and inkwell. she wrote: Quote:
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candace walked in and wrote down Quote:
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Crystal sat at her desk, flipping through her book so she could find the runes that were on the board. Once she found them, she set to work translating them. Crystal Ball Ancient Runes 1) Thurisaz: this rune means monster, giant, or Thor. it is associated with Red, males, fire and the planet Mars. It is also associated with chaos and evil. 2) Kaunaz: This rune means heat, enlightenment or knowledge. It is associated with females, light red, the goddess Freya and Venus. it's element is also fire. 3) Eihwaz: This rune means speed, momentum or a steed. It is associated with the male and female, white, Frey and Freyja and also Gemini. It's element is earth. |
Tas put her book on the desk and started flipping through it to find the runes she needed, then pulled out the small brochure with brief information and wrote down: Quote:
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Touy read the posting on the board and took out parchment and quill writing down Thurisaz:meaning; Magical power, the forces of chaos or of evil.. Temptation. A Warning. Characteristics Threats from persons of power or position. Resist temptations which offer reward through dishonesty or trickery. Heed the omen of dishonour or physical harm. The energy of Thurisaz can be used for good or for chaos. It represents the forces of the human psyche, including anger and lust. The thorn is a symbolic weapon. It can pierce, stab or tear. But it can also be protective, like a thorny hedge. Thurisaz may also signify a stroke of luck, but is more often a warning that your luck is running out. Kaunaz:Meaning:Heat, light, enlightenment. Possibly mistaken: burning. an opening, ulcer or injury and thus mental anguish. Characteristics:Kauno's main significance is related to fire, light, warmth, enlightenment and knowledge. It sheds light on the path, dispels the dark shadows of ignorance, and helps us to see with true discernment. It suggests that understanding must lead to action, and light in the darkness implies spiritual illumination. Kauno also represents the natural warmth and companionship of the home fire and thus, good health. In it's rather suspect "ulcer" translation it can represent a doorway or portal leading from darkness to light. It could also be taken as a warning to beware sources of heat or light, or of physical danger. So, if you are using this interpretation, take care against accidents, treat any illness or infirmity, and resolve your mental dilemmas. Eihwaz:Meaning: Yew tree, archer's bow, weapon. Magic, deflection, prevention. Characteristics topazIhwaz is the symbol of rune magic. Avertive, deflective or defensive power is yours. Patience, perseverance, foresight and protection against unexpected attack. Wisdom in adversity. The Yew tree has mistakenly been linked with death because of the ancient practice of planting yew hedges around graveyards. Because Ihwaz is rune number 13, that is the origin of the "unlucky thirteen" superstition of Anglo-Saxon culture. But the real reason the Yew was planted was to keep out unwanted scavenging animals - the evergreen Yew is both poisonous and impenetrable year-round. These Yews - now grown to huge gnarled old trees - are still to be found in many early British churchyards. Ihwaz should not be feared, because it also means continuity and endurance. The best longbows were always made from yew trees. As well as being strong, long-lasting, and flexible, they contained protective magic. Thus, Ihwaz also represents safety from attack and a weapon of defence. |
srimathi removed a parchment and a quill from her bag and began to write Ancient Runesls......2 srimathi Kaunaz. Meaning: Heat, light, enlightenment. Runic Number: 6 Color: Light Red Element: Fire Polarity: Female Associated gods: Heimdall, Freyja, Frey Astrological Correspondence: Venus Plant: Cowslip Tree: Pine Gem: Bloodstone ---- Eihwaz. Meaning: Horse, beast of burden, steed or mount. Momentum, Speed. Runic Number: 19 Color: White Element: Earth Polarity: Male and Female Associated gods: Frey, Freyja Astrological Correspondence: Gemini Plant: Ragwort Tree: Ash Gem: Iceland Spar ---- Thurisaz Meaning:Magical power, the forces of chaos or of evil.. Temptation. A Warning. Runic Number: 3 Color: Bright Red Element: Fire Polarity: Male Associated gods: Thor Astrological Correspondence: Mars Plant: Houseleek Tree: Blackthorn Gem: Sapphire after finishing her work she sat back and relaxedd |
Luna looked around the class. Many of them were giving sly looks over at their neighbours work, She sighed thinking that even though she hadnt put much... it was still better than copying. |
Sylvia looked on the board for directions. She had no clue what the meanings of the runes were so Sylvia was forced to look in her textbook for answers. Sylvia grabbed a quill and a piece of parchment from her bag and began to write. Ehwaz Meaning: Horse, Beast of Burden, Mount or Steed, Momentum or Speed. Runic Number: 19 Color: White Element: Earth Polarity: Male or Female Associated gods: Frey, Freyja Astrological Correspondance: Gemini Thurisaz Meaning: Magical Power, The forces of evil or chaos, temptation, a warning. Runic Number: 3 Color: Bright Red Element: Fire Polarity: Male Associated Gods: Thor Astrological Correspondance: Mars Kaunaz Meaning: Heat, light, enlightment. Runic Number: 6 Color: Light Red Element: Fire Polarity: Female Associated Gods: Heimdall, Frey, Freyja Astrological Correspondance: Venus After Sylvia was done writing, she waited for everyone else to finish as she relaxed. |
Aurora took out some parchment and stared writing down: Aurora de Lalonde 1st Year Ravenclaw Ancient Runes Lesson #2 Thurisaz Symbols: Thorn, protection from evil, luck ending Myths and deities: frost-giants, Loki Interpretation: Thurisaz is a symbol of protection, luck, new possibilities, and good health (minor). The meaning of this rune in your casting will depend greatly on the surrounding runes. Being a rune designed after Thor's Hammer, it can give you great protection and strength when needed. It may also be indicating a lightening bolt of good luck. This good luck will probably not be from something that you expect, and you probably will not see it coming. Thurisaz, although, can be a tricky rune. It may also be indicating that your luck is about to end, so take care not to push yourself. If surrounded by negative runes, or "warning" runes, it may be indicating that you are being strong-headed and stubborn. At this time you might do best by deferring opinions and decisions or seeking a second opinion. It may also be indicating that your "opposition" is morally, physically, or financially stronger than you. Upright position: A dilemma will occur for you. You must make an important decision. Think it through then act. Sometimes it is strongly advised to be very careful in making any important decision hastily and beware of evil, danger, untruths, and/or betrayal. Inverse position: do not make hasty thoughtless decisions. Think first everything through or you will regret your decision or what is to come of the situation bringing bad results to your relationships and/or family. You may be about ready to run across someone older and wiser then yourself. Look to the surrounding runes, Ansuz may be indicating that is time for you to do some careful thinking and / or seek the advice of others. May also indicate that you will soon be learning a new "trade", or you are about to get some good schooling in a certain area. Use for: As an aid in the process of learning, assistance in meditating and attaining self-discipline, for clearing up the meaning and essence of a grave situation. Ehwaz Symbols: The Sacred Horse and rider, movement, change, travel Myths and deities: Sleipnir, Freya's feather cloak Interpretation: transport, movement, assistance and help, energy, power, communication, willpower, imprudence. Upright position: Change of residence, changing job positions, promotions, a change is coming up for the better. This rune stands for gradual developmental and steady progress. Inverse position: be wary of deals not going through Use for: For realization of power, establishment of communication, for casting spells Kaunaz Astrology Sign : Aries. The God connected to the Kaunaz Rune is Heimdall. This Rune concerns female influence. It may also indicate sexuality. A new love arrives that lights a bonfire in your heart. Success is indicated by this Rune. Reverse : Loss of friendship. |
Professor Opteryx finally made his appearance, trailing half-melted snow from his brown winter cloak and deerstalker hat. The caretaker Borr was not going to like that mess one bit. "I will assume that you've all behaved yourselves in my absence, since my classroom is still intact," Opteryx joked cheerily, hanging up his hat and cloak on the stand and pulled out his wand. "Accio," he incantantated, summoning all the parchments where the students were doing classwork on into a more-or-less neat pile on his desk. "Anyone have any questions about the three runes you all wrote on before we start the lesson?" He asked while ruffling through the parchment sheets, both scanning over and shuffling them into a neater pile. |
Lee smiled as the Professor made his entrance and collected in there work. He shook his head in response to his question and waited patiently for the lesson to officially begin. |
Touy raised her hand and ask 'Professor why pick these 3 runes together?' |
Crystal nodded at Touy's comment and asked " Yes, Professor , why these three? Is there some connection between them? " She wondered if their polarities had anything to do with it. |
"I picked these three runes to show that each rune has a very different property or affect on a string of runes put together. Thurisaz for example is often regarded as the most powerful rune on its own, having links to the Norse god Thor, but it's also regarded as a rune with darker or more sinister connotations than the rest. Kauno's meaning and properties are disputed somewhat, as some maintain that the meaning of 'ulcer' or 'wound' is a mistranslation." "Also," Opteryx said with an amused smile as he glanced through the pile of parchment, "Each rune has different names or variation thereof of spelling. I see that most of you wrote down the properties of Ehwaz when the rune you were supposed to look up was Eihwaz or Ihwaz, Eihwaz being the Norse name for the rune. Those two are easily mistaken for the other, and it wouldn't be good if one accidentally substituted Ihwaz for Ehwaz while attempting a runic spell." "Well then, while we're on that topic, let's start off the lesson by describing Ihwaz. What does Ihwaz represent?" |
Lua raised her hands and answered "Ihwaz means the Yew tree. This tree has mistakenly been linked with death because of the pagan custom of planting yew trees around graveyards." twitching a little at the grave yard word lua remembered she haven't woken the dead yet, supressing a giggle she continued "That is the origin of the superstition of "unlucky thirteen". But Ihwaz should not be feared, because it also means continuity and endurance." |
she walked into the class sat down got out her notebook and wrote down the meanings Thurisaz Also called Thorn Letter: TH Old Norse name: Thurs Flower: honesty Gem: sapphire Number: 5 Thurisaz is a very ancient name for Thor, so it's not surprising that it is a most powerful rune. Thurisaz can be used and interpreted as a protection rune. Plants grow thorns to protect themselves, so the logic is clear. Drawing a ring of Thurisaz runes around something is an excellent protection spell. However, Thurisaz has a dark side. After all, thorns protect by pricking and drawing blood. One should step carefully with this rune and treat it respectfully. It can backfire just as easily as it can work for you. In a reading, Thurisaz upright stands as a warning to the querent, especially if the querent is acting as though his run of good luck is neverending. Thurisaz often suggests that the querent is being wrongheaded about the issue at hand, and advises the querent to maintain status quo until the period indicated by the runecast is over. Thurisaz reversed means much the same thing as it does upright, except that the querent may be much more difficult to counsel, much more stubborn and unwilling to heed Thurisaz's warning. Often, this rune reversed indicates that whatever run of good luck the querent has been operating on is about to end. Batten down the hatches! Kaunaz Letter/phonic: k, c Keywords: Illumination, healing, inspiration, resolution, desire, knowledge. Kaunaz is the cleansing fire, a new light to illuminate all that is dark in your life. The sunburst clarity of a new dawn, after what seems an eternal night, helps you see what lies ahead. The cauterising flame of Kaunaz can alleviate illness or help you to climb out of a rut that has been hiding you from the world. This is a most important Rune for its healing attributes. Good health and increased drive are afore. Sudden inspiration may help you understand things more clearly. Artists lose that block, scientists find solutions, and mere men find priority. Stoke your inner flame to bring about new desires and aspirations. You can use your accumulated knowledge to further yourself, rather than keeping it all in your head for none to see and learn. You can help to shed light on another's problems simply by holding up your torch. With fresh input and some lateral thinking, you might provide a resolution they have been searching for. The fire burns bright. Eihwaz Yew Tree, Rebirth Letter- Ei Divinatory Meaning- Enlightenment, endurance, protection, initiation or test, change, initiation, confrontation of fears, turning point, death, transformation Magickal Uses- To bring about profound change, to ease a life transition Myths & Deities- Hel, Yggdrasil Symbolism- This rune symbolizes protection, rebirth and occult knowledge. It is never an evil rune. Weapons decided if you would keep your land and resources. To defend themselves, the Vikings found the use of the Yew tree and made bows. This tree gave them the ability to defend themselves. The characteristic crackle of the wood soothed them during the cold winter nights. Meditate on the actions necessary to defend our position in our lives and to enjoy the things we have worked for in our "down" time. Keep learning the best ways to defend against the malicious actions of others and strive to never be caught off-guard. |
Cheza raised her hand not knowing if her answer was right butt she was willing to try "Professer I beleave zat Ihwaz Is ze rune of defense, its meaning is Yew tree. Archer's bow,as a veapon. Magic. Deflection, prevention" |
Mandi raised her hand and answered the Professors question. "I believe that it says that Ihwaz is the symbol of ancient magic. That avertive, deflective or defensive power is yours.That it gives you Patience, preseverence, foresight and protection against unexpected attack. And it gives you Wisdom in adversity. So, Professor wouldn't that make it a rune not to be feared? |
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