How to Cast Runes

What are runes?

Runes are a set of 24 symbols that originated in Northern Europe. They have been used for centuries for divination, magic, and personal guidance.

What do you need?

• A set of runes. You can purchase a set of runes online or at a metaphysical store. If you want to make your own runes, you can use wood, stone, or metal.
• A flat surface to cast them on
• A rune cloth (optional)

How to cleanse and charge your runes

• Smudge your runes with sage or palo santo.
• Hold your runes in your hands and focus on your intention for the reading.

How to cast the runes

1. Find a quiet place where you will not be interrupted.
2. Place your runes on the flat surface and face north.
3. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths.
4. Focus on your question or intention for the reading.
5. Once you are centered, open your eyes and pick up the runes one at a time.
6. Place each rune on the flat surface face up.
7. You can either cast the runes randomly or follow a specific casting pattern.

How to interpret the runes

• Look up the individual rune meanings in a rune book or online.
• Use your intuition to help you interpret the runes.
• Consider the position of the runes in the cast.
• Look for patterns or connections between the runes.
• Consider the context of the reading. What is your question or intention?

Additional tips

• Use a rune cloth to protect your runes and to create a sacred space for your reading.
• Cleanse and charge your runes before each reading.
• Ask a specific question or set an intention for your reading.
• Focus on your question or intention as you cast the runes.
• Interpret the runes intuitively and with the help of a rune book or online resource.
• Trust your intuition and use your own judgment to interpret the runes.

Conclusion

Rune casting can be a powerful tool for gaining insights into your life. With practice, you can learn to interpret the runes and use them to guide your choices.

P.S. Here are some additional tips for casting runes:

• Start with a simple casting pattern, such as the three-rune spread.
• Practice casting the runes regularly.
• Pay attention to your intuition as you interpret the runes.
• Trust your gut feeling and don’t be afraid to ask for help from a more experienced rune caster.

With practice, you will learn to cast runes and interpret their meaning with confidence.