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 Mar 31 2005, 11:29 PM
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Knockturn Alley Fingernail Vendor  Posts: 757 Joined: 3:53pm January 28, 2005 Location: Bag End, Hobbiton The Shire Middle-Earth  |
Okay I’ve been looking around again, and here is what I found out about two runes in particular. Eihwaz and Sowulo, they look like mirror images of each other.
 The yew tree is an ancient wisdom keeper and the gateway to the otherworld. Because of this it is known as the shaman rune (representing the ability of the shaman to control/mould the unshaped energy of the otherworld) standing for motivation and transformation. ~~~~~~~~~~~ One of the most powerful runes Represents the Yew tree, which is known for its longevity Negative aspects: It has been known as the death rune because the yew tree is poisonous. Positive aspects: The rune is known for its magickal protection. Rune: Continuity of life ~~~~~~~~~~~ Enlightenment, endurance, initiation, protection, life/death Lore: This is the principle of the vertical axis that penetrates into the world above and the world below and connects the human realm to heavenly regions. It is the synthesis of above and below, light and dark, life and death. The yew is a flexible force but also hard; it endures beyond all other things. The yew is evergreen in the winter (life in the midst of death), and it is useful to build fires, becoming the "sun within". Positive Meaning: The "yew" promotes spiritual enlightenment. Mental toughness and flexibility are needed. The inner flame must be ignited through discipline. Realization of inner strength will protect you from outside dangers. Negative Meaning: Eihwas coming too early into the life of a person can cause deep confusion. The hot fires unconsciously ignited may "burn-out". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The yew tree is an ancient wisdom keeper and the gateway to the otherworld. Because of this it is known as the shaman rune (representing the ability of the shaman to control/mould the unshaped energy of the otherworld) standing for motivation and transformation. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Yew Tree The Yew, is a tree that grows to great heights, is nearly indestructible, and has deep meaning for the peoples of Northern Europe. Beyond this however, the yew had deeper meanings, for many believe that the World Tree of ancient belief was a yew . This would explain the use of yew trees in ancient European cemeteries and its connection in folklore to death. In order to reach the gods' realms, the worthy dead would have to journey up the World Tree from our plane here on Earth. Yew therefore can represent death, or the spiritual death and rebirth of the shaman who makes a similar journey while alive  The sun with its life-giving light and warmth can be seen as the life force. Its meaning is good fortune, health and happiness. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Sowulo Pronunciation: (soe-wee-low) Variations: Sigel Letter: S Meaning: Sun, Victory Runic spell - Victory, success, used for healing, strength and self confidence. Divination - This rune represents the Sun which is the opposite of Isa. It predicts challenging periods of spiritual growth and promises a path leading toward the objective. It foretells extremely intense transformation. ~~~~~~~~~~~ Represents the power that is contracted from the sun Shaped like a flash of lightning It has many meanings The essential quality needed for daylight Abilities needed to overcome obstacles Straightforwardness Positive aspects: It resists the force of death; its virtues lie in its victory of holding light over darkness. Rune: Clearing the path to grasp our goals ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Sigel is the rune of the sun, and therefore is linked to all of the sun's imagery. Northern Europeans saw the sun as a goddess due to the warmth she gave in the often cold north. This warmth was seen as the warmth a mother or wife gives their children or husband. It is a feeling of love and safety. It was the sun's rays that allowed the crops to grow, the same crops that would be stored for the onslaught on winter. -------------------- Listen, strange women, lyin' in ponds, distributin' swords, is no basis for a system of government.
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Apr 1 2005, 02:52 AM
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Sipping Hot Chocolate in The Three Broomsticks Posts: 1,840 Joined: 2:52pm January 28, 2005 Location: bicycling  |
Hi Toujours Pur!
Is that the rune Hermione got wrong in her exam? I thought it might be significant (or at least have a backstory)...but you have sure got your research down! -------------------- Destiny is a name often given in retrospect to choices that had dramatic consequences.
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Apr 1 2005, 03:34 AM
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Knockturn Alley Fingernail Vendor Posts: 757 Joined: 3:53pm January 28, 2005 Location: Bag End, Hobbiton The Shire Middle-Earth |
Here is the symbol for eihwaz.
 Its just something I found when I was looking to see why Hermione preferred runes over divination. When I saw the lighting bolt rune it all seemed to click. Yes it is, Hermione confused Eihwaz and Ehwaz. QUOTE "I mistranslated 'ehwaz,'" said Hermione furiously. "It means 'partnership,' not 'defense,' I mixed it up with 'eihwaz.” Her Definitions were. Ehwaz - Partnership Eihwaz - Defense Ehwaz corresponds to English E and means Horse, Friendship. Element: Earth Ehwaz The Nineteenth Rune My loyal partner carry me through battle to victory through death to the land beyond Names - EHWAZ - horse stallion, EH - war horse, IOR - horse Ehwaz is associated with "twin" gods or heroes, the divine twins, or two horses and is symbolized as two horses standing head to head facing one another. The Saxon conquerors of Britain were Hengist and Horsa (stallion and horse) and this rune speaks to the harmonious relationship between two forces in the same way that successful horsemanship requires a harmonious relationship with his mount. Again, one could infer a reference to teamwork if that was helpful. The Ehwaz was connected closely to the concept of a man's fetch, the "horse" that carries one on the journey between worlds. It is the rune of Sleipnir, the magical eight-legged horse of the gods. With its close connection to the horse it is also a symbol of partnerships. Ehwaz facilitates "soul travel" or the shaman's journey. As such it can be used to obtained hidden knowledge or knowledge from a distance. It can represent a journey in consciousness, a swifter flight then that of Raidho, (another rune that makes reference to the eight-legged magical horse Sleipnir), and one that is protected or guided. Magically Ehwaz can be useful in summoning methods for aiding advancement and progress. This advancement may be through opportunities to make useful connections with others, or to "connect" to useful knowledge or equipment that will speed your progress. This rune may also be worked to bring or summon forth a partnership where one is needed, perhaps in business, commerce, or battle. This work may include the formation of alliances. EHWAZ UPRIGHT:Horse, transportation, vehicle, advancement, movement, harmony, teamwork, trust, loyalty, an ideal marriage or partnership, confirmation beyond any doubt conveyed in the meanings of the runes around it. EHWAZ MERKSTAVE:Slow or stalled progress, restlessness, needing assistance, unachievable ideals or goals, reckless haste, disharmony, mistrust, betrayal, misalliances. from the book Northern Mysteries & Magick by Freya Aswynn The most obvious meaning of Ehwaz implies vehicles and control of vehicles. In the olden days a horse and chariot were common vehicles. In modern days this rune could refer to a car or, more probably, a motorbike. Ehwaz also represents the physical vehicle and may be incorporated in a healing working. On a deeper level, the Ehwaz rune represents the vehicle, or in psychological terms the persona, which is used to relate the external world to one's own emotional attitudes. In other words, it stands for one's ability to adjust to various situations. -------------------- Listen, strange women, lyin' in ponds, distributin' swords, is no basis for a system of government.
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Apr 1 2005, 04:10 AM
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Sipping Hot Chocolate in The Three Broomsticks Posts: 1,840 Joined: 2:52pm January 28, 2005 Location: bicycling |
Wow, these books just keep getting better and better the more I learn! Thanks, Toujours Pur!
-------------------- Destiny is a name often given in retrospect to choices that had dramatic consequences.
~ J.K. Rowling |
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Apr 1 2005, 04:13 AM
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Mrs. A. W. Riddle Posts: 10,925 Joined: 12:26pm January 28, 2005 Location: The Chamber of Secrets |
That's great Toujours Pur (as always)!
Which do you think has greater correlation to Harry's scar? I was leaning towards Sowulo, but why would she refer to eihwaz in the books...? -------------------- We Slytherins are brave, yes, but not stupid -- Phineas Nigellus.
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Apr 1 2005, 04:22 AM
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Sipping Hot Chocolate in The Three Broomsticks Posts: 1,840 Joined: 2:52pm January 28, 2005 Location: bicycling |
Oh! I just thought she was referring to general themes with the runes--didn't think about the scar. But didn't she say that it's not the shape that's most important? Don't recall...placement, then? (As in, why on his head and not his heart or instep...)
-------------------- Destiny is a name often given in retrospect to choices that had dramatic consequences.
~ J.K. Rowling |
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Apr 1 2005, 07:20 AM
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The Raven King Posts: 1,508 Joined: 4:44pm February 6, 2005 Location: Over the Hill and Far Away |
Some fine research there Toujours Pur.
If we take the mention of Eihwaz as significant and relate it to Harry's scar, then 'defence' seems a fine definition for the lightining bolt on his head. It epitomizes alot of themes within the series. -------------------- Vault 715 Facilitator, Resident Phlyarologist and your Gentlemanly Moderator
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Apr 1 2005, 07:26 AM
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Mrs. A. W. Riddle Posts: 10,925 Joined: 12:26pm January 28, 2005 Location: The Chamber of Secrets |
Especially as he gained it through the defence (sacrifice) of his mother. As TP has shown, there are several possible meanings for each rune - but JKR chose only one particular for each.
-------------------- We Slytherins are brave, yes, but not stupid -- Phineas Nigellus.
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Apr 1 2005, 08:57 AM
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Director of Nicholas Flamel Laboratories Posts: 11,087 Joined: 11:06am January 28, 2005 Location: Lighting the mountain path for Llewellyn ap Gryffudd  |
Once again, Toujours Por, you're on it.
QUOTE The yew tree is an ancient wisdom keeper and the gateway to the otherworld. Because of this it is known as the shaman rune (representing the ability of the shaman to control/mould the unshaped energy of the otherworld) standing for motivation and transformation. ~~~~~~~~~~~ One of the most powerful runes Represents the Yew tree, which is known for its longevity Negative aspects: It has been known as the death rune because the yew tree is poisonous. Positive aspects: The rune is known for its magickal protection. Rune: Continuity of life ~~~~~~~~~~~ Enlightenment, endurance, initiation, protection, life/death This is quite interesting. Voldemort's wand is yew, and we all know that he'd go to any lengths to conquer death. QUOTE This is the principle of the vertical axis that penetrates into the world above and the world below and connects the human realm to heavenly regions. It is the synthesis of above and below, light and dark, life and death. The yew is a flexible force but also hard; it endures beyond all other things. The yew is evergreen in the winter (life in the midst of death), and it is useful to build fires, becoming the "sun within". Positive Meaning: The "yew" promotes spiritual enlightenment. Mental toughness and flexibility are needed. The inner flame must be ignited through discipline. Realization of inner strength will protect you from outside dangers. Negative Meaning: Eihwas coming too early into the life of a person can cause deep confusion. The hot fires unconsciously ignited may "burn-out". Yew is also associated with the midwinter solstice, the day of the year when the hours of darkness exceed the hours of light. QUOTE Ehwaz is associated with "twin" gods or heroes, the divine twins, or two horses and is symbolized as two horses standing head to head facing one another. Could this be Fred and George? (HAPPY BIRTHDAY! ) :birthday: QUOTE Oh! I just thought she was referring to general themes with the runes--didn't think about the scar. But didn't she say that it's not the shape that's most important? Don't recall...placement, then? (As in, why on his head and not his heart or instep...) The temporal lobe (forehead) is often associated with the Third Eye, which is possibly why Harry can connect with Voldemort. The Third Eye, in mythology and paranormal studies, is very important in astral projection (out-of-body experiences), where a person can physically stay in one place, but their spirit/soul/consciousness can travel great distances. The spirit and the physical body are connected by a string, and if the string is broken during one of these projections, the soul can never reenter the body. The person would still be alive, but soul-less. -------------------- The two most common elements in the universe are Hydrogen and stupidity.--Harlan Ellison
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Apr 1 2005, 09:02 AM
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Mrs. A. W. Riddle Posts: 10,925 Joined: 12:26pm January 28, 2005 Location: The Chamber of Secrets |
Yes - the Anja chakra, which is the sixth of seven. Maybe it will be really important in HBP...?
-------------------- We Slytherins are brave, yes, but not stupid -- Phineas Nigellus.
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