Slavic rune. The meaning and description of the runes. The most important combinations of Slavic runes

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How Slavic runes were found

The study of the Slavic temple of Retra points to the fact that inscriptions were made on the idols of the temple, made with “special”, non-Germanic runes. It would be completely absurd to assume that Titmar, being an educated person, could not recognize the standard junior Scandinavian runes if the names of the gods on the idols were inscribed by them.

In the Czech song “Judgment of Lyubusha”, preserved in the list of the 9th century, there is a mention of deski pravdodatne - laws written on wooden boards in some letters.

The existence of runic writing among the Slavs is also indicated by many archaeological data. The oldest of them are finds of ceramics with fragments of inscriptions belonging to the Chernyakhov archaeological culture, unambiguously associated with the Slavs and dating back to the 1st-4th centuries AD. Already thirty years ago, the signs on these finds were identified as traces of writing.

An example of the "Chernyakhovsky" Slavic runic writing can serve as fragments of ceramics from excavations near the village. Lepesovka (southern Volyn) or a clay shard from Ripnev, belonging to the same Chernyakhov culture and probably representing a fragment of a vessel. The signs distinguishable on the shard leave no doubt that this is precisely the inscription. Unfortunately, the fragment is too small to be able to decipher the inscription. In general, the ceramics of the Chernyakhov culture provide very interesting, but too scarce material for deciphering.

Thus, the Slavic clay vessel, discovered in 1967 during excavations near the village of Voiskovoe (on the Dnieper), is extremely interesting. An inscription containing 12 positions and using 6 characters is applied to its surface. The inscription cannot be translated or read, despite the fact that attempts to decipher it have been made. So, at one time it was suggested that, judging by the number of positions, these signs could be the initial letters of the names of the months, and the inscription as a whole could be a calendar. However, unfortunately, there is not a single Slavic language, neither ancient nor modern, in which the names of four months would begin with one letter, three with another, two with a third, and the remaining three months with three different letters.

Another - later - group of evidence of the use of runic writing by the Slavs is formed by monuments associated with the Wends, the Baltic Slavs. Of these monuments, first of all, we point out the so-called Mikorzhinsky stones, discovered in 1771 in Poland. Another - truly unique - monument of the “Baltic” Slavic runic is the inscriptions on cult objects from the Slavic temple of Radegast in Retra, destroyed in the middle of the 11th century during the German conquest. It is worth dwelling on these subjects in a little more detail.

Titmar of Merseburg (976-1018), describing the Western Slavic fortress-temple Retra (Radigoshch, Radogost, Radegast) on the island of Rügen, writes that the name of a deity was carved on each of the idols in the sanctuary:

“There is a certain city in the district of the Redarii, called Ridegost, triangular and having three gates ... There is nothing in the city except a sanctuary skillfully built of wood, the basis of which are the horns of various animals. Outside, as can be seen, the walls are decorated with elaborately carved images of various gods and goddesses. Inside, there are hand-made idols, each with a carved name, dressed in helmets and armor, which gives them a terrible look.

After the destruction of the temple, its material values were considered lost or stolen for a long time, until some of them, after more than half a millennium, reappeared. Bronze images of gods and ritual objects from the Rethrin temple were found in the soil of the village of Prilwitz at the end of the 17th century; much later they were acquired by a certain Andreas Gottlieb Masch, described and commissioned engravings. These materials were published by him in 1771 in Germany. His book contains engravings of more than six dozen sculptures and other objects.

In Russia, most researchers consider these objects to be fakes, while Western runologists prefer to follow the verdict of a special commission that studied this issue for two years and decided that the objects were genuine. In addition, in our opinion, a very convincing argument in favor of the authenticity of objects from Retra is the fact that the original owner of the monuments was a Catholic priest. From a priest, we could much sooner expect the destruction of monuments of the pagan religion (which he did with regard to some of the objects), but certainly not the manufacture of statues of pagan gods with pagan writings ...

It is curious that such “nihilism” of Russian researchers regarding the Slavic runic culture extends to monuments, the authenticity of which cannot be questioned at all. For example, a private collection of items with runic inscriptions discovered during archaeological work in Belarus is currently stored in Moscow.

The Slavic to “Cyrillic” letter in science was dubbed “Chery and cuts”. Until the end, this type of writing was not accepted by official science due to many factors. Different inscriptions of seemingly similar runes in different inscriptions, there is no clear decryption scheme, confuses scientists, and the fact that some of the monuments are possibly falsified.

In this work, I will try to systematize all the accumulated experience on this problem.

About the existence of some signs for writing and fortune-telling (“features and cuts”) among the pagan Slavs, Chernorizets Brave writes in his “story about the creation of Slavic writing” - literally “... trash is not Omaha writings, but traits and cuts chitakha and reptile ... ", which, in fact, corresponds to the general definition of runes. He, as well as a number of other authors of the 10th-11th centuries. - Ibn Fadlan, Ibn-El-Nedim, Titmar of Meserbursky and others mention certain "scripts" used by the Slavs.

Ibn Fadlan, the Arab ambassador to the Volga Bulgaria in 922, tells about the manners and customs of the Rus, who arrived in Bulgaria on trade business. After the ritual burning of the deceased, a fellow tribesman, the Rus left an inscription on the grave:

“Then they built something similar to a round hill in the place of this ship, which they pulled out of the river, and hoisted a large piece of hadang (white poplar or birch) in the middle of it, wrote on it the name of the [deceased] husband and the name of the king of the Rus and left.”

We gave an example with a bowl above (unfortunately, one source says that it says “spice”, in the second “mustard”).

There are also indirect references to the presence of written language among the Slavs, as the Arab writer Ibn-al-Nadim in the “Book of painting news about scientists and the names of the books they composed” (987-988) reports:

Russian writings. I was told by one, on the veracity of which I rely, that one of the kings of Mount Kabk [Caucasus] sent him to the king of the Rus; he claimed that they had writing carved into wood. He also showed me a piece of white wood that had images on it, I don't know if they were words, or single letters like that."

The inscription preserved by Ibn al-Nadim, stylized as an Arabic script. So distorted that it has not yet been deciphered. It is assumed that the white tree for writing was simply birch bark. The “Russian” runic inscription, carelessly sketched by Ibn al-Nadim, outwardly resembles a Scandinavian runic monogram. Similar monograms were depicted, for example, on the rings of the Scandinavian warriors who served in Kievan Rus. Supporters of the existence of Slavic runes decipher the inscription, but each in his own way in accordance with his own theory.

Serves as proof of the runic writing and the example given in the preface to the book.

The creator of the Slavic alphabet, Cyril, long before he created this alphabet, while passing through the Crimea, in Korsun (Chersonese), saw a Russian gospel and a Psalter written in Russian letters: “find that Gospel and Psalter written in Russian, and find a person by saying that conversation, ”and having a conversation with him and receive the power of speech, apply a different letter to your conversation, a vowel and a consonant, and create a prayer to God, soon begin to honor and say, and spread wonders to him ...”, - it is said in “ Pannonian Life” (Kirilla).

Archaeologists have provided us with much material for reflection. Particularly curious are the coins and some inscriptions found in the archaeological layer,? which dates back to the reign of Prince Vladimir.

During excavations in Novgorod, wooden cylinders were found dating back to the years of the reign of Vladimir Svyatoslavich, the future baptizer of Rus', in Novgorod (970-980). The economic inscriptions on the cylinders are made in Cyrillic, and the princely sign is cut in the form of a simple trident, which cannot be recognized as a ligature, but only as a totem sign of property, which has changed from a simple bident on the seal of Prince Svyatoslav, Vladimir's father, and retained the form of a trident for a number of subsequent princes. The princely sign acquired the form of a ligature on pieces of silver, coins issued according to the Byzantine model by Prince Vladimir after the baptism of Rus', that is, there was a complication of an initially simple symbol, which, as a generic sign of the Rurikovich, could well have come from the Scandinavian rune. The same princely trident of Vladimir is found on the bricks of the Church of the Tithes in Kiev, but its design differs markedly from the image on the coins, from which it is clear that the bizarre curls do not carry a different meaning? than just an ornament.

An attempt to discover and even reproduce up to the Cyrillic alphabet was made by the scientist N.V. Engovatov in the early 60s based on the study of mysterious characters found in the Cyrillic inscriptions on the coins of Russian princes of the 11th century. These inscriptions are usually built according to the scheme “Vladimir on the table (throne. - G. G.) and behold his silver” with only the name of the prince changed. Many coins have dashes and dots instead of missing letters.

Some researchers explained the appearance of these dashes and dots by the illiteracy of Russian engravers of the 11th century. However, the repetition of the same signs on the coins of different princes, and often with the same sound value, made such an explanation insufficiently convincing, and Engovatov, using the uniformity of the inscriptions and the repetition of mysterious signs in them, compiled a table indicating their supposed sound value; this meaning was determined by the place of the sign in the word written in Cyrillic letters.

The work of Engovatov was talked about in the scientific and mass press. However, the opponents were not long in coming. “The mysterious signs on Russian coins,” they said, “are either the result of the mutual influence of Cyrillic and Glagolitic inscriptions, or the result of engravers' mistakes. They explained the repetition of the same signs on different coins, firstly, by the fact that the same die was used to mint many coins; secondly, by the fact that "insufficiently literate engravers repeated the mistakes that were in the old stamps."

Novgorod is rich in finds, where archaeologists often dig up birch-bark tablets with inscriptions.

The main, and at the same time the most controversial, are artistic monuments, so there is no consensus on the Veles Book.

Let's try to figure out the fate of this book.

“Vlesovaya book”, they call texts written on 35 birch planks and reflecting the history of Rus' for one and a half millennia, starting from about 650 BC. e. Found it in 1919 by Colonel Izenbek in the estate of the princes Kurakins near Orel. The planks, badly damaged by time and worms, lay in disarray on the library floor. Many were crushed under soldiers' boots. Isenbek, who was interested in archeology, collected the tablets and never parted with them again. After the end of the civil war, the “planks” ended up in Brussels. The writer Yu. Mirolubiv, who learned about them, discovered that the text of the chronicle was written in a completely unknown ancient Slavic language. It took 15 years to copy and decipher. Later, foreign experts took part in the work - orientalist A. Kur from the USA and S. Lesnoy (Paramonov), who lived in Australia. The latter assigned the name “Vles book” to the plates, since in the text itself the work is called a book, and Veles is mentioned in some connection with it. But Lesnoy and Kur worked only with texts that Mirolyubov managed to write off, since after the death of Isenbek in 1943 the tablets disappeared.

Some scholars consider the “Vlesov Book” a fake, while such well-known experts in ancient Russian history as A. Artsikhovsky consider it quite likely that the “Vlesov Book” reflects genuine paganism; the past of the Slavs. D. Zhukov, a well-known specialist in ancient Russian literature, wrote in the April 1979 issue of the journal Novy Mir: “The authenticity of the Book of Books is in doubt, and this all the more requires its publication in our country and a thorough, comprehensive analysis.”

Yu. Mirolyubrv and S. Lesnoy basically succeeded in deciphering the text of the “Vlesovaya knigi”;

Mirolyubov, finished reading the text of the Book of Vlesova. Having published the full text of the book, he writes articles: “Vlesova book” - a chronicle of pagan priests of the 9th century, a new, unexplored historical source” and “Were the ancient “Russians” idolaters and did they bring human sacrifices”, which he forwards to the Slavic Committee USSR, urging Soviet specialists to recognize the importance of studying Isenbeck's tablets. The package also contained the only surviving photograph of one of these tablets. The “deciphered” text of the tablet and the translation of this text were attached to it.

The “deciphered” text was as follows:

1. Vles the book syu p (o) tshemo b (o) gu n (a) shemo u kyi more is a source of power. 2. W hens vr (e) exchanges by menzh yaky by bl (a) g a d (o) closer rshen b (i) to (o) ct in r (y) si. 3. And then<и)мщ жену и два дщере имаста он а ск(о)ти а краве и мн(о)га овны с. 4. она и бя той восы упех а 0(н)ищ(е) не имщ менж про дщ(е)р(е) сва так(о)моля. 5. Б(о)зи абы р(о)д егосе не пр(е)сеше а д(а)ж бо(г) услыша м(о)лбу ту а по м(о)лбе. 6. Даящ (е)му измлены ако бя ожещаы тая се бо гренде мезе ны.,.

The first person in our country who, 28 years ago, was to conduct a scientific study of the text of the tablet, was L.P. Zhukovskaya is a linguist, paleographer and archeographer, now chief researcher at the Institute of the Russian Language of the USSR Academy of Sciences, Doctor of Philology, author of many books. After a careful study of the text, she came to the conclusion that the “Vlesova Book” is a fake due to the inconsistency of the language of this “book” with the norms of the Old Russian language. Indeed, the “Old Russian” text of the tablet does not withstand any criticism. There are enough examples of the noted inconsistency, but I will limit myself to only one. So, the name of the pagan deity Veles, which gave the name to the named work, should look exactly like this in writing, since the peculiarity of the language of the ancient Eastern Slavs is that the combinations of the sounds “O” and “E” before R and L in the position between consonants were successively replaced on ORO, OLO, ERE. Therefore, we have primordially our own words - CITY, SHORE, MILK, but at the same time, the words BREG, HEAD, MILKY, etc., which entered after the adoption of Christianity (988), were preserved. And the correct name would not be “Vlesov”, but “Veles Book”.

L.P. Zhukovskaya suggested that the tablet with the text is, apparently, one of the forgeries of A.I. Sulukadzev, who bought old manuscripts from rags at the beginning of the 19th century. There is evidence that he had some kind of beech planks that disappeared from the field of view of the researchers. There is an indication about them in his catalog: “Patriarsi on 45 beech boards of Yagip Gan smerd in Ladoga of the 9th century.” It was said about Sulakadzev, who was famous for his falsifications, that he used in his fakes “the wrong language due to ignorance of the correct one, sometimes very wild.”

Nevertheless, the participants of the Fifth International Congress of Slavists, held in 1963 in Sofia, became interested in the Book of Woods. In the reports of the congress, a special article was devoted to it, which caused a lively and sharp reaction in the circles of history lovers and a new series of articles in the mass press.

In 1970, in the journal Russkaya Rech (No. 3), the poet I. Kobzev wrote about the Vlesovaya Book as an outstanding written monument; in 1976, on the pages of Nedelya (No. 18), journalists V. Skurlatov and N. Nikolaev made a detailed popularization article, in No. 33 of the same year they were joined by Candidate of Historical Sciences V. Vilinbakhov and a well-known researcher of epics, writer V. Starostin. Articles by D. Zhukov, the author of a story about the famous collector of ancient Russian literature V. Malyshev, were published in Novy Mir and Ogonyok. All these authors advocated the recognition of the authenticity of the Book of Vlesova and presented their own arguments in favor of this.

One of these (main) arguments was the assumption that the “book” was written in one of the “territorial dialects” of the Old Russian language, unknown to us, moreover, subject to Western Slavic influence, as evidenced by such forms as “menzh”, “grende”. It was even suggested that, “judging by the style of presentation”, several authors participated in writing the tablets, and one of them, apparently, was a Pro-Polyak.

It is impossible to agree with this. The point, apparently, is something else. If we assume that the “Vlesova Book” is not a fake, there remains one and, it seems, the only assumption that the signs of the tablets are sounded incorrectly, which ultimately led to such a deplorable result.

Is it possible to assume that the "Vlesova book" is not a fake? More precisely, not the “Vlesova book”, but the only tablet, the photograph of which is the only one we have at our disposal (we cannot judge the rest of the tablets - whether they were, or they were not there). I admit. And here's the basis.

“The text depicted in the photograph is written in an alphabet close to Cyrillic,” L.P. Zhukovskaya. The text consists of 10 lines. Each line contains 41 to 50 characters. The total volume of the text is 465 characters, with 45-47 different characters in it (Cyrillic, according to the manuscripts that have come down to us, had 43 letters, Glagolitic, according to the monuments of the same time, had 40 letters). But, nevertheless, among this “inflated” number of characters for alphabetic writing, there was no place for signs denoting the sound Ы and ultra-short vowels, for which the Cyrillic alphabet has its own designations - b and b.

Gennady Grinevich did a little research. I took several excerpts from the Tale of Igor's Campaign, corresponding in volume to the volume of the text of the tablet, and calculated how many times they contain Ы, Ъ” and Ь signs. It turned out that Y occurs on average 5 times, b sign - 7 times, and b sign - 30 times.

In pre-revolutionary Russia, the Kommersant sign was used, one might say, appropriately and out of place. Everyone must have seen the old signboards, on which even the names of the owners of any establishments ended in a Ъ sign: BAGROV, FILIPOV, SMIRNOV, etc. So the forger, the same Sulukadzsv, as you know, is a literate person who wished to give his fake a reliable look I would certainly have introduced at least the Ъ sign into it.

In a syllabic letter of the “features and cuts” type, there were not and could not be separate signs for sounds, which we designate in our alphabet with signs (letters) Ы, Ь and Ъ, and this circumstance, albeit indirectly, indicates the connection of the letter “Vlesova books” with a syllabary like “devils and cuts”. In addition, the vast majority of the signs of the Vlesovaya Book are graphically absolutely identical to the signs of the latter. From the foregoing, we can conclude that, apparently, the writing of the Vlesovaya Book is a transitional form of writing from syllabic to alphabetic, in which, along with signs that convey single sounds, there could be signs that convey whole syllables, as well as signs, sounding which are different in different positions.

In her first article, published in the journal “Problems of Linguistics” (No. 2, 1960), L.P. Zhukovskaya, analyzing the text of the “tablet”, wrote: “For antiquity (tablets. - G. G.) says the so-called“ suspended” letter, in which the letters seem to be suspended from the line of the line, and not placed on it. For the Cyrillic alphabet, this feature is not specific, it leads, rather, to the eastern (Indian) samples. In the text, the signal line is relatively well maintained, passing for all signs in the middle of their height, which is evidence in favor of the greatest possibility of antiquity of the pre-Cyrillic monument.

In 1982, in the book "Secrets of the Ages", Olga Skurlatova gave an archaeological and historical note on the Book of Veles. The strongest point of research is the following fact: “The Vlesovaya Book” describes in detail how part of our ancestors from Semirechie went through the mountains to the south (apparently, to India), and the other part went west “to the Carpathian Mountains.” If If the events described in the Vlesov Book were a falsification, then how could a falsifier predict this amazing and unexpected fact in the history of ancient pastoralists, confirmed archaeologically quite recently, after the publication of the Vlesov Book?

Convincing arguments neither "for" nor "against" were not provided. At this historical period, the question remains open.

It can only be argued that the pre-Christian writing "hell and cut" was still in Rus'. How developed and logical the system was, we cannot judge. Many scientists tried to decipher and provide a logical structure: G. Chudinov, V. Chudinov. But their theories remain unaccepted by science. The retelling of these theories does not fit the logic of this book.

It should be noted that runic culture should be understood much more broadly than elementary writing skills - it is a whole cultural layer, covering mythology, religion, and certain aspects of magical art. Already in Etruria and Venice (the lands of the Etruscans and Wends), the alphabet was treated as an object of divine origin and capable of exerting a magical effect. This is evidenced, for example, by finds in Etruscan burials of tablets listing alphabetic characters. This is the simplest type of runic magic, common in the north-west of Europe.
Thus, speaking of the Old Slavic runic writing, one cannot help but raise the question of the existence of the Old Slavic runic culture as a whole. Many types of runic writing have been preserved. Hence the problem of deciphering the inscriptions. There is no single scheme for the inscription of runes. This is due to the different geographical distribution of the Slavic tribes. One of the most common. Let us dwell on the consideration of the Slavyanitsa. We will not talk about the authenticity of this runic scheme. We will simply analyze it and present it to your attention.

We chose this version of the runic (it is called "Velesovitsa") with the sole purpose that it most fully conveys the cultural information about the ancient Slavs.

In this Slavic small futhark (the word is borrowed from the Scandinavian runic script, and it was formed according to the principle of the first two, three characters of the Fa-Ur-THOR alphabetic systems, like Alpha-Vita - Alphabet and Az-Buki - Alphabet), which bears the name Slavyanitsa, 18 runes, carrying a huge amount of information embedded in the figurative meaning of each rune. Naturally, each rune denoted a letter when writing, but in addition to this nominative function, runic writing carried the following semantic functions: the designation of the Slavic gods (Lelya, Dazhbog), spatial landmarks (Alatyr, Istok), rituals and actions (Krada, Treba). The specific compatibility of the runes (drawn side by side) meant a kind of figurative semantics, for example: Mir and Dazhbog (grandchildren of Dazhbog), Rock and Rainbow (your life path or your destiny).
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A. Dugin "On the issue of Slavic runes"

If we accept the point of view of Wirth (a German scientist) that the northern peoples of Eurasia, who lived in close proximity to the original Arctic ancestral home - Hyperborea, retained the protorunic systems longer than others, although their full value, cult use and alphabetic-calendar comprehension were distorted and forgotten. Therefore, the runic is found among them in a fragmentary form, as a legacy of ancient knowledge, the key to which is irretrievably lost. But nevertheless, starting from the 5th century, this late runic appears synchronously in the north of Eurasia. Wirth especially closely studied the German-Scandinavian regions. But he also pointed out the exact correspondence to the runic signs (voiced, however, in a completely different way) of the Orkhon inscriptions of the ancient Turks. Moreover, the Turkic runic appeared almost simultaneously with the German one, despite the fact that it is difficult to assume a direct borrowing. From the point of view of simple geographical symmetry, it is striking that between the area of settlement of the German-Scandinavian tribes and the Turks of Siberia, there were precisely the ancient Slavs, mixed with the Ugric tribes. And about these Slavs, the Chernorizet Khrabr wrote that they "write with features and cuts." The late runic writing is characterized precisely by the fact that it was carved on wood or stones, while, according to Wirth, the signs of the original protorunic were rounded. Thus, it is quite likely that "features and cuts" were a symbolic system of the "Slavic runic", which is, as it were, an intermediate layer between the Germanic and Turkic systems. Brave's indication that the ancient Slavs "guessed" by cuts indicates that the Slavs used their runes in the same way as the Germans - they served them both as an alphabet and as a method of sacral rituals (in their lowest form - predictions).

It is amazing how similar the signs of the "Hymn of the Boyan" and the "Book of Veles" and the Germanic runes are. Although it cannot be ruled out that, through his Masonic channels, Sulakadzev, to whom all the threads of history converge with the Book of Veles, could be aware of the Chronicle of Ura-Linda, also stylized as runic writing. In such a case (which cannot be completely ruled out), the value of his documents is lost. At the same time, it is possible that, as in the case of "Ura-Linda", we are talking about the later processing of some really ancient document. It is only important to approach this issue objectively and impartially, without falling into premature enthusiasm, but also without deliberate prejudices.

Whether the fragments of the Sulakadze collection are genuine or not, the Slavs must have had runic-type systems, fragments of which we unmistakably meet in traditional Slavic embroideries, mythological plots, ornaments, rituals and beliefs.

Anton Platov "Slavic runes"

1. Peace
The form of the rune World is the image of the Tree of the World, the Universe. It also symbolizes the inner self of a person, centripetal forces striving the World towards Order. In a magical sense, the rune Peace represents protection, the patronage of the gods.

2. Chernobog
In contrast to the rune Mir, the rune Chernobog represents the forces pushing the world towards Chaos. The magical content of the rune: the destruction of old ties, the breakthrough of the magic circle, the exit from any closed system.

3. Alatyr
The rune Alatyr is the rune of the center of the Universe, the rune of the beginning and end of all things. This is what the struggle between the forces of Order and Chaos revolves around; the stone that lies at the foundation of the World; it is the law of balance and return to normal. The eternal circulation of events and their immovable center. The magical altar on which the sacrifice is made is the reflection of the stone of Alatyr. This is the sacred image that is enclosed in this rune.

4. Rainbow
Rune of the road, the endless path to Alatyr; a path determined by the unity and struggle of the forces of Order and Chaos, Water and Fire. The road is more than just movement through space and time. The road is a special state, equally different from vanity and rest; a state of movement between Order and Chaos. The Road has neither beginning nor end, but there is a source and there is a result... The ancient formula: "Do what you want, and come what may" could serve as the motto of this rune. The magical meaning of the rune: stabilization of movement, travel assistance, a favorable outcome of difficult situations.

5. Need
Runa Viy - the god of Navi, the Lower World. This is the rune of fate, which cannot be avoided, darkness, death. Rune of constraint, stiffness and coercion. This is a magical ban on the commission of this or that action, and constraint in the material plane, and those bonds that fetter the consciousness of a person.

6. Steal
The Slavic word "Krada" means sacrificial fire. This is the rune of Fire, the rune of aspiration and the embodiment of aspirations. But the embodiment of any plan is always the disclosure of this plan to the World, and therefore the rune of Krad is also the rune of disclosure, the rune of the loss of the external, superficial - that which burns in the fire of sacrifice. The magical meaning of the Krada rune is purification; release of intention; embodiment and implementation.

7. Treba
Rune of the Spirit Warrior. The meaning of the Slavic word "Treba" is a sacrifice, without which the realization of intention is impossible on the Road. This is the sacred content of this rune. But sacrifice is not a mere gift to the gods; the idea of sacrifice implies the sacrifice of oneself.

8. Strength
Strength is the property of a Warrior. This is not only the ability to change the World and oneself in it, but also the ability to follow the Road, freedom from the shackles of consciousness. The Rune of Strength is also the rune of unity, integrity, the achievement of which is one of the results of moving along the Road. And this is also the rune of Victory, for the Warrior of the Spirit gains Strength only by defeating himself, only by sacrificing his external self for the sake of releasing his inner self. The magical meaning of this rune is directly related to its definitions as a rune of victory, a rune of power and a rune of integrity. The Rune of Strength can direct a person or situation to Victory and gaining integrity, can help clarify an unclear situation and push for the right decision.

9. Wind
This is the rune of the Spirit, the rune of Knowledge and ascent to the top; rune of will and inspiration; an image of a spiritualized magical Power associated with the element of air. At the level of magic, the rune of the Wind symbolizes the Force-Wind, inspiration, creative impulse.

10. Bereginya
Bereginya in the Slavic tradition is a female image associated with protection and maternal origin. Therefore, the rune of Beregini is the rune of the Mother Goddess, who is in charge of both earthly fertility and the fate of all living things. The Mother Goddess gives life to souls who come to incarnate on Earth, and she takes life when the time comes. Therefore, the Beregini rune can be called both the rune of Life and the rune of Death. The same rune is the rune of Fate.

11. Oud
In all branches of the Indo-European tradition, without exception, the symbol of the male member (the Slavic word "Ud") is associated with the fertile creative force that transforms Chaos. This fiery force was called Eros by the Greeks, and Yar by the Slavs. This is not only the power of love, but also a passion for life in general, a power that connects opposites, fertilizes the emptiness of Chaos.

12. Lelya
The rune is associated with the element of water, and specifically - Living, flowing water in springs and streams. In magic, the Lelya rune is the rune of intuition, Knowledge beyond the Mind, as well as spring awakening and fertility, flowering and joy.

13. Rock
This is the rune of the transcendent unmanifested Spirit, which is the beginning and end of everything. In magic, the rune of Doom can be used to dedicate an object or situation to the Unknowable.

14. Support
This is the rune of the foundations of the Universe, the rune of the gods. The support is a shaman's pole, or a tree, along which the shaman travels to heaven.

15. Dazhdbog
The rune of Dazhdbog symbolizes the Good in every sense of the word: from material wealth to the joy that accompanies love. The most important attribute of this god is the cornucopia, or, in a more ancient form, the cauldron of inexhaustible blessings. The stream of gifts flowing like an inexhaustible river represents the rune of Dazhdbog. The rune means the gifts of the gods, the acquisition, receipt or addition of something, the emergence of new connections or acquaintances, well-being in general, and also the successful completion of any business.

16. Perun
The rune of Perun is the god of thunder, protecting the worlds of gods and people from the onset of the forces of Chaos. Symbolizes strength and vitality. The rune can mean the emergence of powerful, but heavy, forces that can move the situation off the ground or give it additional development energy. It also symbolizes personal power, but, in some negative situations, power that is not burdened with wisdom. This is also a direct protection given by the gods from the forces of Chaos, from the destructive effects of psychic, material or any other destructive forces.

17. Yes
Rune of Life, mobility and natural variability of Existence, for immobility is dead. The rune is symbolizes renewal, movement, growth, Life itself. This rune represents those divine forces that make grass grow, earth sap flow through tree trunks, and blood run faster through spring in human veins. This is a rune of light and bright vitality and a natural desire for movement for all living things.

18. Source
For a correct understanding of this rune, it should be remembered that Ice is one of the creative primordial elements, symbolizing Strength at rest, potentiality, movement in stillness. The rune of the Source, the rune of Ice means stagnation, a crisis in business or in the development of a situation. However, it should be remembered that the state of freezing, lack of movement, contains the potential power of movement and development (signified by the rune There) - just as movement contains potential stagnation and freezing.

Slavic runes

At the moment, much has already been said about the relationship of the Germanic and Slavic languages. In fact, both are two branches of the same language, which have changed over time almost beyond recognition. However, this ancient language still shines through the murk of later transformations and stratifications. Interestingly, the Slavs preserved this ancient language in a much purer form. So, the Russian word bread and the barn that comes from it belong to this language, but the Germans already in the 1st millennium AD. lost them, replacing them with modern bread. The purely Scandinavian, it would seem, the word jarl (noble military leader) comes from the ancient eagle - the battle nickname of the strongest in the squad; but now the eagle is preserved only among the Slavs, while the Germans (the British, for example) use the word eagl.

There are many such examples, and one of them - the etymology of the term rune - is worth analyzing in more detail, since it is most directly related to the topic of this section.

The now traditional interpretation of the word rune was established in the scientific community at the end of the last century. Quite rightly, the Germanic runa, rune, denoting the letter of the runic letter, is associated with the Gothic ryna - “secret” and other German. the verb rynen (modern German raunen) in the meaning of “whisper”. A certain variety in the interpretation of the word rune was introduced by Nigel Pennick, who pointed to its non-Northern European parallels: other Celt. run, cf.-val. rhin with the meaning "whisper", "whisper"; modern irl. run "mystery"; Scottish Gaelic run "lot". However, almost all modern researchers lose sight of the Slavic languages (by the way, they are much closer to Scandinavian than the Celtic ones). This was not the case in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, during the heyday of research on the Slavic runic.

So, at one time I tried to connect the word rune with a Serb. gronic “to speak” Polish Slavist A.Kukharsky. But V. Tsybulsky and I. Yagich equally opposed such an interpretation, finding it "crazy". But against the later assumption of D. Zhunkovich, not a single researcher could put forward any counter-arguments. Zhunkovich's version was simply forgotten, as it often happened in the field of Slavic runology...

Let's digress a bit. Not later than the very beginning of the 10th century in Bulgaria, the monk Brave wrote lines that have survived to this day and now cause so many contradictory, sometimes completely opposite in meaning, judgments: ...” We will not comment on the words of the Brave here (enough commentators without us), but just keep them in mind.

At one time, I happened to come to the same conclusion that was made by Zhunkovich, regardless of this researcher. I was struck by the existence of many Slavic rivers bearing the mysterious name of Runa. In most cases, the etymology of these names is considered obscure. But after all, there is an old Slavic root of runes: it is from it that Russian comes. wound, injure, dig, Ukrainian rilla - "furrow". According to Zhunkovich, the same root contains the verb ruti - “cut” and the noun runa, meaning “slit”, “furrow”, ... CUT. Isn't it with these cuts chtehu and gataahu the ancient Slavs?

The basis run/ran with the meaning “cut”, “injure” was also known to the ancient Germans, and it is surprising why researchers do not pay attention to this fact! So, the famous spearhead from Damsdorf, dating from the first half of the 1st millennium, bears the runic inscription RANJA, translated as “Piercing”, “Inflicting wounds”, “Wounding”.

Probably, the term rune still comes from the ancient Slavic-Northern European base with the meaning “to cut” (which looks natural), while the appearance of European words of the same root, but already meaning “secret”, “to speak in silence” is secondary , and is associated with the magical use of ancient carved signs. Ancient runes.

The first arguments in favor of the existence of Slavic runic writing were put forward as early as the beginning or middle of the last century; some of the testimonies cited then are now attributed to the Glagolitic alphabet, and not to the “runitsa”, some turned out to be simply untenable, but a number of arguments remain valid to this day. So, it is impossible to argue with the testimony of Titmar, who, describing the Slavic temple of Retra, points to the fact that inscriptions were made on the idols of the temple, made with “special”, non-Germanic runes. It would be completely absurd to assume that Titmar, being an educated person, could not recognize the standard junior Scandinavian runes if the names of the gods on the idols were inscribed by them. Massoudi, describing one of the Slavic temples, mentions some signs carved on stones. Ibn Fodlan, speaking about the Slavs of the end of the 1st millennium, points to the existence of grave inscriptions on pillars among them. Ibn El Nedim speaks of the existence of Slavic pre-Cyrillic writing and even cites in his treatise a drawing of one inscription carved on a piece of wood (the famous Nedim inscription). In the Czech song “Judgment of Lyubusha”, preserved in the list of the 9th century, there is a mention of deski pravdodatne - laws written on wooden boards in some letters.

Many archaeological data also point to the existence of runic writing among the Slavs. The oldest of them are finds of ceramics with fragments of inscriptions belonging to the Chernyakhov archaeological culture, uniquely associated with the Slavs and dating back to the 1st-4th centuries AD. Already thirty years ago, the signs on these finds were identified as traces of writing.

An example of the “Chernyakhovsky” Slavic runic writing can be fragments of ceramics from excavations near the village of Lepesovka (southern Volyn) or a clay shard from Ripnev, belonging to the same Chernyakhiv culture and probably representing a fragment of a vessel. The signs distinguishable on the shard leave no doubt that this is precisely the inscription. Unfortunately, the fragment is too small to be able to decipher the inscription. In general, the ceramics of the Chernyakhov culture provide very interesting, but too scarce material for deciphering.

Thus, a Slavic clay vessel discovered in 1967 during excavations near the village of Voiskovoe (on the Dnieper) is extremely interesting. An inscription containing 12 positions and using 6 characters is applied to its surface. The inscription cannot be translated or read, despite the fact that attempts to decipher it have been made. So, at one time it was suggested that, judging by the number of positions, these signs could be the initial letters of the names of the months, and the inscription as a whole could be a calendar. However, unfortunately, there is not a single Slavic language, neither ancient nor modern, in which the names of four months would begin with one letter, three with another, two with a third, and the remaining three months with three different letters.

In general, it does not matter whether this inscription is an inscription in the full sense of the word, or whether it is a meaningful set of characters. The reader, perhaps, has already noted a certain similarity between the graphics of this inscription and the runic graphics. It really is. There is a similarity, and not only a similarity - half of the signs (three out of six) coincide with the Futhark runes. These are the runes Dagaz (Futark, 24), Gebo (Futark, 7) and a secondary version of the rune Inguz (Futark, 22) - a rhombus placed on top.

Another - later - group of evidence of the use of runic writing by the Slavs is formed by monuments associated with the Wends, the Baltic Slavs. Of these monuments, we first of all point to the so-called Mikorzhinsky stones, discovered in 1771 in Poland. Another - truly unique - monument of the “Baltic” Slavic runic is the inscriptions on cult objects from the Slavic temple of Radegast in Retra, destroyed in the middle of the 11th century during the German conquest. It is worth dwelling on these subjects in a little more detail.

In Russia, most researchers consider these objects to be fakes, while Western runologists prefer to follow the verdict of a special commission that studied this issue for two years and decided that the objects were genuine. In addition, in my opinion, a very convincing argument in favor of the authenticity of objects from Retra is the fact that the original owner of the monuments was a Catholic priest. From a priest, we could much sooner expect the destruction of monuments of the pagan religion (which he did with regard to some of the objects), but certainly not the manufacture of statues of pagan gods with pagan writings ...

It is curious that such “nihilism” of Russian researchers in relation to the Slavic runic culture extends to monuments, the authenticity of which cannot be questioned at all. Thus, for example, a private collection of objects with runic inscriptions discovered during archaeological work in Belarus is currently kept in Moscow; this collection has never been published in academic publications, but thanks to the help of A.A. Bychkov, we have the opportunity to place drawings of some of these monuments here.

It probably does not make sense to continue here the list of such monuments, the number of which is quite large.

Like the runes of the Scandinavian and continental Germans, the Slavic runes go back, apparently, to the Northern Italic (Alpine) alphabets. Several main variants of Alpine writing are known, which, in addition to the northern Etruscans, were owned by Slavic and Celtic tribes living in the neighborhood. The question of exactly how the Italic writing was brought to the later Slavic regions remains completely open at the moment, as well as the question of the mutual influence of Slavic and Germanic runic.

Thus, speaking of the Old Slavic runic writing, one cannot help but raise the question of the existence of the Old Slavic runic culture as a whole. The Slavs of pagan times owned this culture; it was preserved, apparently, in the era of “dual faith” (simultaneous existence of Christianity and paganism in Rus' - X-XVI centuries).

An excellent example of this is the widest use by the Slavs of the Freyr rune - Inguz, described by us in Chapter Three.

Another example is one of the remarkable Vyatik temporal rings of the 12th century. Signs are engraved on its blades - this is another rune. The third blades from the edges carry the image of the Algiz rune, and the central blade is a double image of the same rune.

Like the Freyr rune, the Algiz rune first appeared as part of the Futhark; it existed without changes for about a millennium and entered into all runic alphabets, except for the late Swedish-Norwegian ones, which were not used for magical purposes (about the 10th century). The image of this rune on the temporal ring is not accidental. Rune Algiz is a rune of protection, one of its magical properties is protection from other people's witchcraft and the evil will of others.

The use of the Algiz rune by the Slavs and their ancestors has a very ancient history. In ancient times, four Algiz runes were often connected in such a way that a twelve-pointed cross was formed, apparently having the same functions as the rune itself. At the same time, it should be noted that such magical symbols can appear among different peoples and independently of each other (as described in section 6 of the second chapter). An example of this is, for example, a bronze Mordovian plaque of the end of the 1st millennium AD. from the Army cemetery.

One of the so-called non-alphabetic runic signs is the swastika, both four- and three-branched. Images of the swastika in the Slavic world are found everywhere, although infrequently. This is natural - the swastika, a symbol of fire and, in certain cases, fertility - a sign too "powerful" and too significant for widespread use. Like the twelve-pointed cross, the swastika can also be found among the Sarmatians and Scythians.

Of extreme interest is the one-of-a-kind temporal ring, again Vyatka. Several different signs are engraved on its blades at once - this is a whole collection of symbols of ancient Slavic magic. The central blade carries a slightly modified Inguz rune, the first petals from the center are an image that is not yet completely clear. On the petals second from the center, a twelve-pointed cross is applied, which is most likely a modification of the cross of four Algiz runes. And finally, the extreme petals carry the image of a swastika. Well, the jeweler who worked on this ring created a mighty talisman.

The description of this unique temporal ring completes our short review of the monuments of the runic art of the ancient Slavs. If you look more broadly and talk about Slavic material monuments of ancient arts in general, including, in particular, applied magic, then it should be noted that the amount of material here is huge. The greatest merit in the study and systematization of this material belongs to the outstanding Russian historian and archaeologist, Academician B.A. Rybakov. His monographs "Paganism of the Ancient Slavs" (M., 1981) and "Paganism of Ancient Rus'" (M., 1987) are undoubtedly the most detailed fundamental studies of this issue at the moment.

Notes

1. I.V. Yagich The question of the runes among the Slavs / / Encyclopedia of Slavic Philology. Edition of the Department of Russian Language and Literature. Imp. Acad. Sciences. Issue 3: Graphics among the Slavs. SPb., 1911.
2. N. Pennick. Run Magic. L., 1992; The Secret Lore of Runes and Other Ancient Alphabets. L., 1991.
3. D.Zunkovic. Die slavish Vorzeit. Maribor, 1918.
4. As an example, I will give the Runa River, which flows into the Upper Volga Lakes on the border of the Tver and Novgorod regions.
5. The author asks to take into account the definition of runic art and runic signs given by him in the first section of this chapter.
6. See, for example: M.A. Tikhanova. Traces of runic writing in the Chernyakhov culture. In: Medieval Rus'. M., 1976.
7. A.V. Platov. Cult images from the temple in Retra / / Myths and magic of the Indo-Europeans, issue 2, 1996.
8. A. G. Masch. Die Gottesdienstlichen Alferfhnmer der Obotriten, aus dem Tempel zu Rhetra. Berlin, 1771.
9. For more details, see: A.V. Platov. Monuments of the runic art of the Slavs / / Myths and magic of the Indo-Europeans, issue 6, 1997.

Such an incomprehensible and completely unknown magical world of runes, uniting a separate sphere of the universe in several dozen symbols, is of interest to many modern people. And not only scientists are interested in deciphering signs and runic magic. Ordinary people also want to know what is behind certain symbols, because, according to the ancient legends of our ancestors, they can radically change lives. Many with constant interest study Slavic runes and their meanings, learn knowledge that is only part of the great heritage of our ancestors. And in this article you can find answers to the most pressing questions about ancient symbols that have come to us since pagan times.

Runic records and the magic of symbols, which are a kind of reminder of the history of primitive humanity, have become the main topic of discussion for many writers and famous cultural figures. Based on historical information and all sorts of clues, some of them were able to publish quite interesting publications, which later became the basis for a course on the sacred traditions of the ancient Slavs.

Among these publications is one of the books of Yggvolod (A.V. Platov, a well-known writer and activist in certain circles of the pagan movement "Renaissance") - "Rune magic", published in 1994, it carries reliable data about many runic signs and their meaning. Starting with the basics of the sacred teachings of the ancient nation of the Slavs and ending with documented information (drawings of rock art, photos, videos), it allows you to understand the deeper meaning of the heritage. In the future, this helps a person interested in mastering runic magic to more accurately apply rune symbols in achieving their goals.

But the ancient signs in the form of runes carry not only a protective meaning. Some time ago, various fortune-telling on runes was very popular. They were distributed almost throughout the entire territory of Central Europe, which is closer to the end of the VIII century. settled by the Slavs. This could be explained by the reliability of the results obtained in the course of prediction by combinations of runes.

Few people know, but the runes are also considered to be the writings of our ancestors. A.V. also mentions this. Platov in his edition, as about the pre-Christian alphabet of the ancient Slavs. Used to save messages, runes became the basis for alphabets that appeared much later.

Surprisingly, entire sentences could fit in just a few characters. Evidence of this are the inscriptions on the stones, carved by representatives of the ancient nations.

Elder runes, whose meaning is more to preserve the acquired knowledge, are a classic example of this. The use of symbols even then allowed the use of runes to document historical events, as well as for magical purposes.

In the modern world, runic inscriptions are called a specific sign system. Those who have not previously encountered this topic at all feel the mystery and a kind of sacred mysticism of ancient hieroglyphs. And it is not surprising, because the meaning of the Slavic runic inscriptions is deeper than other signs of ancient mankind known today. So, for example, the basis for the interpretation of the runes was the reflection of the trinity of divine power, which appeared in the worldview of the representatives of the Slavic people in the form of opposites:

Life and death;
Order and Chaos;
Man and Warrior.

What do the designations mean?

Depending on which rune will be used by a person, one can understand how much he believes in deities, or what goal he pursues. In addition, the translation of some runic writings could tell about its belonging to a relatively certain genus.

Protective symbols, as previously mentioned, could be transferred by the Slavs to a wide variety of things:

Houseware;
decorations (decor or accessories);
towels;
belts;
cult elements and much more.

In mantic (the technique of ancient divination), runes were used as the main tool that gave an interpretation of possible events in the future according to the combinations that fell out during the course. In this case, the symbols are applied to special plates. The ancient Slavs usually made them from wood or carved on stones. For such fortune-telling, a certain system of interaction of signs is provided.

The author's alignment during fortune-telling on the runes made it possible to judge possible events in the near future. Starting the rituals of prediction, the Slavs usually established an invisible energy connection with the gods. Such an introduction helped to get a more reliable clue from unearthly forces and increase the value of some runic signs:

Strength of the Family;
happy share;

What exactly each of them means, as well as other runic symbols, you can find out by reading the article further.

Runic images with their decoding

As a memory of the Slavic family, the runes of Maly Furtak are still closer to many of us “in spirit”. The system, consisting of ancient signs, contains 18 runes, each of which carries an individual meaning. What kind of meaning they are endowed with, and how exactly they are read and depicted, is shown in the photo.

The first rune shown in the photo above reads World. She personifies the Universe, as the Slavs saw it. Also, this symbol conveys the essence of the Tree of the World. In some other interpretations, this sign is an image of the inner "I" of every person, eager to overcome Chaos and directing a person to Order in the World. In general, this meaning of the World rune can be considered correct. Both of them are considered to be a reliable translation of the ancient hieroglyph, which A.V. Platov mentioned in his book. In the world of magic, where such symbolic inscriptions are increasingly used to predict the future, the World rune represents protection. The one who got a die with her image will be under the auspices of the Gods.

The second in the photo shows the rune Chernobog. She, as the opposite of the first symbol, personifies the forces that strive for disorder, Chaos. In prophecy, this sign indicates a break, destruction, completion, etc. Depending on the combination in which a die with such an inscription falls out, a person can expect either the destruction of unnecessary connections, or a long-awaited way out of the “vicious circle”.
The next rune in the photo is Alatyr, which means the center of the entire Universe. Its essence is everything that exists from the beginning to the end of the Universe. This is the center around which there is always movement. It is about him that is mentioned as the stone that lies at the foundation of the World and around which the forces of Chaos and Order constantly revolve, being in constant struggle. The sacred meaning of this sign is the altar, which serves as a place of sacrifice. In other sources, Alatyr is the personification of the law of balance.
Rainbow, the fourth rune in the image above, means the way. However, this is not the road that can arise in human understanding. Rainbow is a special path, which is determined by the struggle and simultaneous unity of opposites (Chaos and Order, Fire and Water, etc.). The runic road-rainbow on the plate is not even the movement of a person, but his destiny, a state unlike any other. Personifying balance, which gives a person a beginning and has a specific result, in magic this rune means stabilization, a favorable completion of affairs, help to travelers.
In the photo, the next rune reads Need. This symbol is related to the god Navi, whom the Slavs attributed to the Lower World. Need (or rune Viy) means fate, a set of events intended for a person. In the direct sense, this mark is the final result, which no one can avoid (death). In magic and divination, it is considered a warning. Seeing a plate with such a sign, a person needs to think about making a specific decision that radically changes his life.

Another symbol is the Krada rune, symbolizing the sacrificial Fire. It is also a prototype of the desire, embodiment and implementation of the plan. At the same time, this sign carries the meaning of discovery, exposure. This is due to the fact that the conceived, in the process of its implementation, becomes clear, visible to the World. In the world of magic, Krad's plate is purification.
The seventh rune in the photo is Treba, this is the sign of the Warrior of the Spirit. It carries the meaning of sacrifice for the fulfillment of intentions. If we take into account that everything in the World is interconnected, then we can assume that for the implementation of his intention, a person on the Road needs to sacrifice something in order to get what he wants. And this is not the kind of sacrifice that the gods need to bear for appeasement. It is rather a symbol of self-sacrifice, the ability to deny yourself something in order to achieve your goals. The same meaning of the rune is transferred to the world of magic, divination.
The rune of Strength is a Warrior's Treasure. It means changes, and not only in the World, but also in oneself in relation to the World. This is a symbol, as a confirmation of the results intended for a person walking along the Road, and the power that he will receive if he sacrifices himself for the sake of liberation from the shackles of consciousness. For prophecy, a plate with the inscription of the Force will mean a clarification of an unresolved situation.
The rune of the Spirit is Wind, the next sign in the photo. It symbolizes the road of ascent to the top. Associated with the element of Air, this plate is a prototype of the spiritualized Will, Strength. Deciphering it in prophecies is inspiration, a breakthrough in creativity.

Bereginya is the rune of the Feminine, the image of the Mother and the symbol of motherhood, which is also associated with protection. The Slavs attribute her to the Goddess Mother-Beregini, who is in charge of the fate of all living beings in the World, fertility, prosperity. Since it concerns the life of things on earth, this rune is considered to be a symbol of Life, Death and Fate.
Another runic symbol is Oud, which is the traditional designation of male dignity. In general, it is a sign of fertility, love and passion. The Slavs perceived such a symbol as a Force capable of fertilizing the Void of the Universe and giving birth to life.
Lelya is a representative of the Water element, a rune associated with Living Water. The ancient Slavs believed that it was this water that flowed in all natural springs. Such a symbol is perceived by magic as intuition, higher knowledge, joy, and also a kind of awakening.
The rune of the unmanifested Spirit can be called the following hieroglyph - Rock. This is the exact definition of the beginning of all things and its end. The mysterious symbol in the magical world is perceived as a dedication to the Unknowable.
The next rune, Support, is also related to the foundations of the Universe. Carrying a clear connection with the Gods, it represents the Tree (support), which connects heaven and earth and opens the way for the sorcerer to receive answers to questions of interest.

Rune Dazhdbog, which is a direct symbol of the Good, the gifts of the Gods. A die that has fallen out with such a pattern carries the meaning of well-being in any area (wealth, love, happiness, luck). A prophecy for a person with the Dazhdbog rune will mean a successful acquisition, an increase in something or an addition, new connections, etc.
Perun, the sign of God the Thunderer. This rune protects people from Chaos, the world of the Gods - from the Dark Forces. At the same time, it symbolizes Vital Force and power. Endowed with protective properties, in the prophecies it will mean the patronage of the Gods.
The rune is a symbol of Life, Being with its changeable variables. This is a sign of constant movement, renewal, change, growth. It is the factor that makes all living things grow, improve, live.
The Rune of Ice is the last symbol in the photo - the Source. Considering that Ice is a special state of Force and movement at rest, Source will mean stagnation in those things that are rapidly developing. The potential power inherent in this sign and symbolizing the rune Source, as a result, will become movement.

The deep meaning of sacred being, which is contained in the ancient Slavic runic inscriptions, allows you to lift the veil of the mysterious heritage of a great nation, about which many documentary videos have been shot. Awareness of the possible meanings of each rune and the ability to correctly interpret it in building predictions will allow you to more clearly see the picture of the near future. This once again confirms the explanation why the use of runes is so popular and very versatile.

Slavic runes only make it possible to reveal the mystery of the heritage of the ancient nation, which was used not only as symbols of writing, but also to communicate with the gods.
What power and meaning are hidden in the symbols of the ancient runes of the Slavs

What power and meaning are hidden in the symbols of the ancient runes of the Slavs?

Definition and basic concepts

First of all, it is worth noting that runes are a kind of records, hieroglyphs denoting magical amulets. As the representatives of the ancient Slavic nation themselves claimed, the runes were presented to them as a gift by the supreme god Veles. The use of these peculiar "patterns" allowed a person to protect himself from troubles, misfortunes, the evil eye and other hardships. Ancient runes could be both individual amulets and magical universal tools for protecting a home, family, and a whole clan. Therefore, they were applied in ancient times to almost any surface. The most common were Slavic runic inscriptions on clothes, ammunition of warriors, clothes and medallions, pendants. Often, to protect the house, women applied runes and symbols of Slavic ancestors to household items and walls of the house.
But the ancient signs in the form of runes carry not only a protective meaning. Some time ago, various fortune-telling on runes was very popular. They were distributed almost throughout the entire territory of Central Europe, which is closer to the end of the VIII century. settled by the Slavs. This could be explained by the reliability of the results obtained in the course of prediction by combinations of runes.

What do the designations mean?

Protective symbols, as previously mentioned, could be transferred by the Slavs to a wide variety of things:

Houseware;

decorations (decor or accessories);

towels;

belts;

cult elements and much more.

What exactly each of them means, as well as other runic symbols, you can find out by reading the article further.

Runic images with their decoding

The first rune shown in the photo above reads World. She personifies the Universe, as the Slavs saw it. Also, this symbol conveys the essence of the Tree of the World. In some other interpretations, this sign is an image of the inner "I" of every person, eager to overcome Chaos and directing a person to Order in the World. In general, this meaning of the World rune can be considered correct. Both of them are considered to be a reliable translation of the ancient hieroglyph, which A.V. Platov mentioned in his book. In the world of magic, where such symbolic inscriptions are increasingly used to predict the future, the World rune represents protection. The one who got a die with her image will be under the auspices of the Gods.

The second in the photo shows the rune Chernobog. She, as the opposite of the first symbol, personifies the forces that strive for disorder, Chaos. In prophecy, this sign indicates a break, destruction, completion, etc. Depending on the combination in which a die with such an inscription falls out, a person can expect either the destruction of unnecessary connections, or a long-awaited way out of the “vicious circle”.

The next rune in the photo is Alatyr, which means the center of the entire Universe. Its essence is everything that exists from the beginning to the end of the Universe. This is the center around which there is always movement. It is about him that is mentioned as the stone that lies at the foundation of the World and around which the forces of Chaos and Order constantly revolve, being in constant struggle. The sacred meaning of this sign is the altar, which serves as a place of sacrifice. In other sources, Alatyr is the personification of the law of balance.

Rainbow, the fourth rune in the image above, means the way. However, this is not the road that can arise in human understanding. Rainbow is a special path, which is determined by the struggle and simultaneous unity of opposites (Chaos and Order, Fire and Water, etc.). The runic road-rainbow on the plate is not even the movement of a person, but his destiny, a state unlike any other. Personifying balance, which gives a person a beginning and has a specific result, in magic this rune means stabilization, a favorable completion of affairs, help to travelers.

In the photo, the next rune reads Need. This symbol is related to the god Navi, whom the Slavs attributed to the Lower World. Need (or rune Viy) means fate, a set of events intended for a person. In the direct sense, this mark is the final result, which no one can avoid (death). In magic and divination, it is considered a warning. Seeing a plate with such a sign, a person needs to think about making a specific decision that radically changes his life.

Another symbol is the Krada rune, symbolizing the sacrificial Fire. It is also a prototype of the desire, embodiment and implementation of the plan. At the same time, this sign carries the meaning of discovery, exposure. This is due to the fact that the conceived, in the process of its implementation, becomes clear, visible to the World. In the world of magic, Krad's plate is purification.

The seventh rune in the photo is Treba, this is the sign of the Warrior of the Spirit. It carries the meaning of sacrifice for the fulfillment of intentions. If we take into account that everything in the World is interconnected, then we can assume that for the implementation of his intention, a person on the Road needs to sacrifice something in order to get what he wants. And this is not the kind of sacrifice that the gods need to bear for appeasement. It is rather a symbol of self-sacrifice, the ability to deny yourself something in order to achieve your goals. The same meaning of the rune is transferred to the world of magic, divination.

The rune of Strength is a Warrior's Treasure. It means changes, and not only in the World, but also in oneself in relation to the World. This is a symbol, as a confirmation of the results intended for a person walking along the Road, and the power that he will receive if he sacrifices himself for the sake of liberation from the shackles of consciousness. For prophecy, a plate with the inscription of the Force will mean a clarification of an unresolved situation.

The rune of the Spirit is Wind, the next sign in the photo. It symbolizes the road of ascent to the top. Associated with the element of Air, this plate is a prototype of the spiritualized Will, Strength. Deciphering it in prophecies is inspiration, a breakthrough in creativity.

Bereginya is the rune of the Feminine, the image of the Mother and the symbol of motherhood, which is also associated with protection. The Slavs attribute her to the Goddess Mother-Beregini, who is in charge of the fate of all living beings in the World, fertility, prosperity. Since it concerns the life of things on earth, this rune is considered to be a symbol of Life, Death and Fate.

Another runic symbol is Oud, which is the traditional designation of male dignity. In general, it is a sign of fertility, love and passion. The Slavs perceived such a symbol as a Force capable of fertilizing the Void of the Universe and giving birth to life.

Lelya is a representative of the Water element, a rune associated with Living Water. The ancient Slavs believed that it was this water that flowed in all natural springs. Such a symbol is perceived by magic as intuition, higher knowledge, joy, and also a kind of awakening.

The rune of the unmanifested Spirit can be called the following hieroglyph - Rock. This is the exact definition of the beginning of all things and its end. The mysterious symbol in the magical world is perceived as a dedication to the Unknowable.

The next rune, Support, is also related to the foundations of the Universe. Carrying a clear connection with the Gods, it represents the Tree (support), which connects heaven and earth and opens the way for the sorcerer to receive answers to questions of interest.

Rune Dazhdbog, which is a direct symbol of the Good, the gifts of the Gods. A die that has fallen out with such a pattern carries the meaning of well-being in any area (wealth, love, happiness, luck). A prophecy for a person with the Dazhdbog rune will mean a successful acquisition, an increase in something or an addition, new connections, etc.

Perun, the sign of God the Thunderer. This rune protects people from Chaos, the world of the Gods - from the Dark Forces. At the same time, it symbolizes Vital Force and power. Endowed with protective properties, in the prophecies it will mean the patronage of the Gods.

The rune is a symbol of Life, Being with its changeable variables. This is a sign of constant movement, renewal, change, growth. It is the factor that makes all living things grow, improve, live.

The Rune of Ice is the last symbol in the photo - the Source. Considering that Ice is a special state of Force and movement at rest, Source will mean stagnation in those things that are rapidly developing. The potential power inherent in this sign and symbolizing the rune Source, as a result, will become movement.

Today, many people are discovering the pagan culture of the ancient Slavs - the Scythians, Lyutichs, Drevlyans and other nationalities. to the traditions and beliefs of the ancestors is not accidental. The connection of people of that time with nature, the energies of the Earth was too strong, which allowed them to live in harmony with the outside world, which is so lacking in modern man.

Old Slavic runes are part of that culture. At one time they were very revered and were used not only as symbols of the alphabet, but also for protection.

The history of the appearance of Old Slavic runes

Historians have not come to a consensus about the time of the appearance of runic writing among the Slavs, but agree that it is as ancient as the Celtic and Etruscan symbols.

For example, the famous German chronicler Titmar of Merseburg, who lived at the end of the 10th - beginning of the 11th century, mentions idols with incomprehensible signs on them when describing the Slavic temple in the lands of the Luticians. Surely he would have recognized the Germanic or Scandinavian runes.

Similar images were described by Ibn El Nedim, an Arab writer who lived in the same period. He mentions the ancient pre-Cyrillic writing, which he found on the gravestones of Slavic burials.

Thus, we can safely say that the oldest alphabet of our distant ancestors was the Old Slavonic runes. If you turn to archaeological finds, you can find out that the ancient masters put runic signs on household utensils. For example, a clay pot found near the village of Voiskovoe, on the Dnieper, contains an inscription of 12 words, for which 6 characters were used. The fact that 3 of them looked like Scandinavian runes suggests that the cultures of these peoples intersected.

The same symbols were found on cult objects from the ancient temple of Radegast, destroyed in the 11th century, belonging to the Polabian (Baltic) Slavs.

It is impossible to perceive the Old Slavonic runes (and their meaning is a direct confirmation of this) solely as signs of writing. Their influence on the life of the ancient pagans was enormous: these symbols were applied to the body, to rune stones, dishes, livestock, idols and other objects important for life and beliefs.

Runic alphabet

This writing has Etruscan and Celtic roots, since these peoples lived next door to the Slavs. In addition to the fact that runes were used for writing, there was a cult according to which these signs were considered sacred, since they were given to people by the gods. Tablets with runes, for example, were placed in burial places, and pebbles with signs applied to them served as amulets.

They were used not only during pagan times, but also after the adoption of Christianity by the Slavic peoples. For example, the rune Algiz was depicted in, since it was considered a strong protection against someone else's witchcraft and the evil eye. To increase its power, multiple images of this symbol could be applied.

To date, 18 runes are known: Peace, Chernobog, Rainbow, Alatyr, Krada, Need, Wind, Strength, Eat, Treba, Bereginya, Lelya, Ud, Rock, Opora, Dazhdbog, Perun and Istok.

Old Slavic runes and amulets with symbols applied to them carried a certain meaning and had power.

Runes - symbols of good

As is customary among almost all ancient peoples, the Slavs believed that good and evil forces ruled the world. Among their gods and goddesses there are both those who help people and take care of them, and those who inspire horror.

Old Slavic runes did not escape the same fate. Among them there are also protections, which include:

Runa World symbolizes the Tree of life and the universe. It is also referred to the White God and the person who is his incarnation. The rune resembles or a tree with two branches. Its center is the trunk of the World Tree or the human spine. The rune of Belbog also means family, world order and harmony. In Scandinavian mythology, he corresponds to the god Heimdall, who protects order and the world from chaos.
A rainbow means a road that has no beginning or end. As a talisman, it was used in travels for a favorable return, as well as for a positive end to some difficult business. The rune conveys a state on the road that is different from the usual fuss, as if a person is sliding through life between Order and Chaos.
Among the ancient Slavs, the word “steal” meant fire, and the rune with that name indicated purification, the disclosure of their plans to the world. For magical purposes, it was used to embody intentions, to get rid of masks and superficial desires. She helped make dreams come true. The symbol of the sign was fire and the verb (“word”).
Treba meant sacrifice, without which it is impossible to realize one's desires. It was depicted as an arrow, which indicates that its main direction is purposefulness, like a warrior's desire for victory. It is impossible to reach new heights without sacrificing one's comfort and habits, and this sacrifice must be made by anyone who sets foot on a new Road.
The Rune of Power meant the ability to change two worlds - the inner human and through it the outer. The symbol is a warrior, and the magical meaning is unity. A person who lost integrity and connection with nature, with the help of this rune, restored balance in consciousness and cleansed it. Warriors took it with them to return home with victory.
Bereginya is a symbol of the Mother Goddess, who is in charge of all living things on Earth and protects her children. On the one hand, it gives the souls that come into the world a new body, but on the other hand, it takes away life, so it can be called a symbol of both life and death.

Old Slavic amulets, runes and their significance in the life of the ancient pagans is an extremely interesting topic. These characters played a very important role. Belief in the external control of the destinies of people by the gods gave these signs a magical power that helped our ancestors withstand the threat of evil and chaos.

Runes - symbols of death

Regardless of the level of development of civilization and the beliefs of people, they have always been afraid of death. The uncertainty that lies behind it terrifies a person. The ancient Slavs had their own myths about the afterlife, and some of the runes are associated with death or fate, from which even the gods cannot hide.

Old Slavic runes and their meaning associated with evil or death:

The ancient Slavs conventionally divided the runes into strong and weak ones, and, depending on the situation, they could enhance their effect by repeated repetition.

The most powerful runes-amulets

Modern connoisseurs of runes do not fully understand all the nuances of their meanings, as was typical of the Old Slavonic shamans and sorcerers. In those days, faith in their strength was very high among the people, so amulets with runic signs were especially popular.

They were made of stones, silver, wood or gold, runic symbols were embroidered on shirts, women wove ribbons with them into braids. The most popular were amulets, which depicted Old Slavic runes (photos of some of them are presented in the article), associated with wealth, prosperity, health and keeping the family hearth.

Among them, the strongest were:

To some extent, the modern descendants of the ancient Slavs adopted the traditions of their ancestors to use runes to protect themselves from problems or to attract wealth, love or success into their lives. Some of them use amulets, and some make tattoos. Old Slavic runes are not a tribute to fashion, but a deep connection with the Family for those who were able to reveal it in themselves.

Home, family and property protection

Knowledge of one's kind, honoring the memory of ancestors and the family were very important in the life of the ancient Slavs. They knew well where and from whom their family descended, and passed on this knowledge to subsequent generations. The rituals associated with burial, the birth of a person, were largely associated with natural energies that people used to repose the dead or protect newborns.

The ancient Slavs in this matter are very similar to the Chinese, who understood the importance of the correct flow and distribution of qi energy. Old Slavic runes, properly charged, had a magical property to harmonize the external and internal space. Some of them were used to protect the hearth, to protect family well-being, the birth of beautiful and healthy children, the possibility of procreation. These include:

Here they are so interesting and multifaceted - Old Slavonic amulets, runes and their meaning. Tattoos with them are one of the most popular among modern people, since the well-being of the family is as important for them as it was for their ancient ancestors.

Runes from the evil eye and damage

Ancient Slavic magicians were able not only to use runes to create protective amulets, but also to make spells from them. Superstitious people at all times are afraid of someone else's envy, damage and the evil eye. A properly made amulet can have not only protective functions, but also neutralize the negative sent to a person.

For example, to protect the witches used:

The ancient Slavs sincerely believed that their dead ancestors could protect them and help them in difficult times. The combination of powerful symbols in one drawing greatly increased its charge. You can do the same in our time, having studied the Old Slavonic runes and their meaning. A tattoo of several symbols will not only create powerful protection, but will also attract good luck or wealth.

Rune divination

Today you will find few people who could interpret runes as well as the sorcerers and magicians of antiquity did. One of the ways to find out your fate or just get advice on how to act in a given situation was fortune telling on Old Slavic runes.

Depending on how they fell out, which side the sign lay on, its meaning changed, and a good rune could turn out to be bad. Knowledgeable sorcerers of those times helped people avoid problems or warned them of possible danger. Modern magicians know only the basic meanings of runes in divination, for example:

The rune Alatyr could mean the beginning of a new business or an upcoming road.
The Rainbow symbol meant a successful outcome of something.
If during fortune-telling a Need fell out, then a person was expected to have obstacles in business, ruin or even death.
The rune of Krada foreshadowed that a person had to bring something to life, but for this he needed to clear his mind.
When the Force fell out, it meant that a person would find the right solution for his situation.
Rune Wind personified the creative essence of man and indicated that time should be taken to reveal one's potential.

These are far from all interpretations of the Old Slavonic runes, since even the sequence of their fallout could give new options for the development of events in the fate of a person. Sometimes they used Old Slavonic (runes) to search for treasures. Since the ancient pagans believed that the hidden treasures were protected by spells, they made conspiracies and special combinations of runes, which were supposed to not only lead the treasure hunter to the right place, but also save his life.

Runes in tattoo

Today it is becoming fashionable to use Old Slavonic runes and their meaning in tattoos. Those who decide to use their protective power should be very careful, because without knowledge and faith in their power, this - at best - will be just a drawing on the skin, and at worst, the opposite effect may be obtained.

It was the faith of people that endowed the runes with power, because each of them was associated with a specific god, for example:

Rune Wind symbolized Veles, who transferred the souls of the dead to the kingdom of Marena.
The Beregini sign was associated with Makosha, the goddess of the earth and harvest.
The rune Ud is Yarilo.

It was faith in these gods and goddesses that endowed the runes with powerful energy. The ancient Slavs painted them on the body as protection from dark forces or to attract good luck. Similarly, today people should use the Old Slavonic runes. A tattoo, backed up by knowledge of their meaning and faith in the ancient gods, will be a real talisman for its wearer.

How to make a rune-amulet

It makes no sense to buy a ready-made amulet, but if it is not possible to make it yourself, then you should at least properly charge the purchase. To do this, it must be washed in running clean water, then held over the fire of candles, put in salt for a day, and then fumigated with incense. So all 4 elements will give the amulet their strength.

The next stage is the transfer of one's energy to the amulet with a prayer to a god or goddess, which the rune symbolizes. Asking for help or protection endows him with mighty power.

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The ancient Slavs were well versed in esoteric issues, they used this knowledge in all spheres of their life. The overwhelming majority of them used protective magical amulets or talismans. For the manufacture of amulets, mainly ancient Slavic runes were used, they were endowed with special magical properties that could realize various life tasks.

Talismans were used to increase wealth, make a successful trade deal, become a participant in some profitable enterprise, and attract the forces of nature to their side. So, our ancestors were able, for example, to attract rain during a summer drought in order to increase productivity, as well as to disperse rain clouds when rain was undesirable.

Amulets performed a protective function - they helped preserve the integrity of the family, the health of all its members, love between spouses, contributed to the birth of healthy children, guarded the house and property. Our Slavic ancestors were very sensitive to nature, they knew a lot about its power and strength, they knew how to use them at the right time.

Possessing the secrets of the interaction between nature and man, they believed in higher powers, revered many Gods, each of whom they endowed with a specific set of character traits, elements and power to control it. The mystical halo of rituals, runes, magical amulets and runic symbols of amulets are important elements of the ancient Slavic culture that played a key role in the development of this unique and powerful (at that time) civilization.

Slavic runes - what is it?

This concept itself means a certain set of special signs / symbols, which are both a magical tool and the ancient alphabet of the peoples living in Northern Europe. The very word "rune" (from "run") means "secret" or "mystery". Later, the ancient runic writing was supplanted by Latin writing, but did not disappear, but passed into a new quality - they began to use it for divination, performing magical rituals, creating amulets and amulets, talismans.

There are several variants of runic writing, the most common being the ancient Germanic and Slavic runes. It is known that the ancient Slavs had much more runes at their disposal, while modern society knows only eighteen of them. You can interpret their meaning only if you:

understand the ranking of Slavic gods;
know by name each deity, as well as the element for which each of the gods is responsible;
understand the "language of runes";
own methods (magical Slavic rites) of interaction with the gods;
able to control the forces of nature through the runes.

What runes are the strongest?

We can safely say that they cannot be divided into “strong” and “weak”, since each of them, having unique properties, performs a specific task. Each rune can be used alone or in combination with other runes, stacking in combination with a certain number of them. How many runes you intend to use depends on the complexity of the task that your charms have to perform and your desire to solve it most efficiently.

The best practice is making runes with your own hands

Based on this, it can be seen that the ancient Slavic runic symbols are designed to solve various problems. The opposition of Darkness (Chaos) and Light (Goodness) is at the heart of Slavic culture, our ancestors firmly believed in this, therefore, amulets of a protective order were a priority. With their help, the Slavic tribes tried to resist the forces of evil and negative energy of natural origin or specially directed by unkind people. Such a powerful protective force is possessed, for example, by the runes Dazhdbog, Perun, Mir.

Runes such as Need and Chernobog are attributed to the elements of Chaos. However, runic symbols with the power of Chaos should not be classified as unconditional Evil, since, together with the forces of Light, they are fundamental to the existence of all living and non-living things in the world. Without them, the spiritual world would not exist. Their main purpose is the destruction and destruction of something unnecessary, sick and obsolete, so that something new can be built in its place. Destruction always underlies the creation of something new.

The choice of material for the manufacture of runes

Our ancestors for the manufacture of Slavic runic symbols used improvised material - wood, leather, bone, paper, stone, fabric, clay tablets, etc. To begin with, they made the base from the selected material - small elements of arbitrary shape (more often they were round, rectangular or square) and put runic symbols on their surface.

Our ancestors prioritized silver - a metal closely associated with the Good, which has antiseptic properties and a pronounced healing effect on living organisms. The tree of oak, cedar, spruce, birch was widely used. Nowadays, many also prefer to make runic protective symbols on their own, rightly believing that such amulets will have special power and fully correspond to their purpose. Ready-made protective products made of silver (sometimes gold), made in the form of original and beautiful jewelry, are also popular.

Modern man is not deprived of the opportunity through magical Slavic runes:

correct their own destiny;
receive the help and protection of higher powers in their creative development;
count on their patronage in career matters;
expect their assistance in matters of interaction and understanding between people;
acquire a powerful incentive for self-development, etc.

In any sphere of human life, characterized by some regression or stagnation, you can use the magic of Slavic runes to eliminate negative aspects and acquire powerful positive energy.

Features of Slavic runes

Our society owes the appearance of the prototype of modern writing in Rus' to the works of the first printers Methodius and Cyril, who invented the Old Slavonic language of the Glagolitic and Cyrillic alphabets. Before that, our ancestors did not use alphabetic writing, but runic.

In addition to the signs of writing, the runes were also endowed with a secret magical meaning, where each symbol was given a certain meaning for divination and witchcraft.

Designation of Slavic runes

Slavic magicians and sorcerers widely used runic signs in their practice, providing ordinary people with magical help to solve various problems.

Protective amulets in the form of runes, charged with positive and powerful energy, from such masters were considered very effective and efficient. In addition, runic ligature was applied to various household items, "weaved" into the fabric, decorated clothes with them.

Silver was revered as a noble magic metal, so amulets from it were very valuable, and at first they tried to acquire a silver amulet with runic signs for children to protect them from various misfortunes. It was customary to wear runes of gold when a person experienced a breakdown, discord in the economy, and failures pursued.

Features of Slavic symbols

The art of using, as well as producing runes, requires the master to know Slavic culture, understand the religious characteristics of the ancient Slavic society, and possess the skills to conduct certain Slavic rites and magical actions.

Runes are the keys to information portals, a gift of the Gods, projecting their strength and will onto the Earth, designed to strengthen the divine order of the universe on our planet. A more thorough study of each rune can serve as proof of this.

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	Order, kind.	Belobog, the Tree of the World, the divine "I" in human essence.	Belobog is a complex Slavic symbol that is correlated with the essence of a person, his inner “I”, is depicted as a tree or a person whose hands are raised to Heaven.	It means society, community, clan. In divination, it means the success of any business or event. The magical meaning is the protection of the Higher Power, the protection of the Light Forces.

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	Chaos, destruction, fall.	Chernobog, Gloom, Darkness, Shadow.	An inverted Tree of the World, the antagonist of the rune of the World and all the Divine. Visually it looks like the rune World upside down.	In magic, it means the collapse of the old order. The obsolete will be destroyed, what will survive will become stronger. In fortune-telling - death (to cause, feelings, unions, moral / physical death of a person). Connects the magician with the destructive forces that break through the magic circle, any closed system.

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	Center of the Universe, the Altar and the subject of the struggle between Belobog and Chernobog.	Top of the World, Beginnings, Azy, Greatness. Sacred meaning: stone-Alatyr.	Alatyr is the keeper of the origins of existing roads and rivers on Earth. The rune is the beginning and the end of everything. This is a stone laid in the foundation of the World, a stable center of the cycle of events in the struggle between the forces of Order and Chaos.	In magic - supremacy, superiority, priority. Altar for sacrifices. In divination, he advises to act according to the law of God. The rune is a powerful amulet for children.

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	Movement. The road connecting two worlds (Order and Chaos).	Joy, Road, Pleasant journey.	The rune pattern visually resembles the English letter "R".	A harmonious flow, when everything happens by itself and is decided in the right direction. In magic, it means the right direction, the right actions, the likelihood of overcoming obstacles. In divination - experience for business people. Talisman for travelers.

Drawing

Symbol

Key word

Description

Meaning

Fate, Inevitability.

Visually, this rune is similar in pattern to the Alatyr rune, but with a short “leg” turned to the other (right) side.

The need to stop, followed by rebirth through pain. In magic - stiffness, the inability to act and move forward, poverty, zero effort.

In divination, it means the need to abandon the plans.

A talisman for those who are looking for their own path in life.

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	Fire (sacrificial), Purification by fire.	Truth, Fire, Verb.	Visually resembles the Alatyr rune turned upside down. This is the rune of the realization of plans, the fulfillment of dreams, the realization of plans in their purest form - without alluvial tinsel that burns in a cleansing fire.	Only sincere intentions come true, the true reasons are revealed, for which the corresponding result should be expected. Reveals everything secret, cunning, deceitful. Everything that is deceitful and unnaturally imposed will be betrayed to the fire of purification. Having cleared, the idea will be embodied in a new form and implemented. Magic is a hidden life. In fortune-telling, a person will achieve what he wants, but his true plans and thoughts will be revealed to everyone.

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	Warrior of the Spirit, (walking along the road).	Sacrifice, Road, Courage, Warrior, Perseverance, Fortitude of Spirit.	Visually, it looks like an arrow pointing up. Before you get anything, you need to sacrifice something of value. By sacrifice on the path to initiation and Power is meant the sacrifice of oneself.	The sacred essence is the road to the Altar and embodiment, getting what you want through sacrifice; Slavic magicians interpret this rune as a fair reward after a loss. In fortune-telling, it marks not a good event, a payment for the mistakes of the past. A talisman for people connected with crime who are in prison.

Drawing

Symbol

Key word

Description

Meaning

Might, Omnipotence, Dostoyaniei Power of the Warrior.

Integrity, Knowledge, Power.

Visually, the drawing resembles the Russian letter "I" with the sides shifted up and down, or an inverted lightning bolt symbol.

Overcoming any obstacles (internal / external). In magic, it directs on the right path, helps to clearly see the goal, gives power, gives Victory.

In divination, it means triumph, quick and complete victory.

Talisman for those who are busy in the competitive struggle.

Favors the athletes.

Drawing

Symbol

Key word

Description

Meaning

Divine Creativity and Beginning, Wisdom of the Gods, Spirit of the Vedas.

Veles, Wind, Top, Vedat.

Visually, the rune resembles a hollow arrow pointing up.

To know about the Divine, to act according to the will of the Gods. In divination, it means the possibility of self-realization.

In magic - a powerful Force-Wind, associated with the air element, filling the inner magic circle.

Slavic talismans with this symbolism are suitable for those in need of good luck.

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	A mother protecting her child. The earth that gave birth to all life. feminine beginning. Rune of Strength.	Mother, Makosh, Earth, Fate, Birch.	Visually, its drawing resembles an inverted and crossed out (like a seven) unit.	The rune of fertility, power, abundance. Amulets with its symbols are highly recommended for mothers and pregnant women. In magic - patronage and support. In divination - the Divine Gift, a gift of fate.

Oud

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	Fiery Force Eros (Greek) or Yar (glory.). The rune of the masculine principle. Creator, creator.	Yarovit, Youth, Yar, Fire, Love.	Visually, this rune resembles an inverted number four with a beveled "bucket". It is the personification of passion, creative impulse, fertilization of the emptiness of Chaos, the union of opposites.	In divination, it means renewal. In magic, it means life, the Power of Incarnation, the masculine principle. An excellent talisman for every Slavic man. Amulets with such symbols help women get rid of infertility, attract gentlemen.

Drawing

Symbol

Key word

Description

Meaning

Life-giving Water, Spring, Moisture (giving life), manifestation of life, harmony.

Lel, Water, Love, Attraction.

Visually, the drawing resembles the number "one" drawn in the other direction.

Vitality, youth, movement, passion, love. In fortune-telling - a beautiful young lady, the beginning of a business, new perspectives. In magic - Power, driven by attraction, intuition, some kind of interest.

Talisman for a young couple in love.

Slavic protective amulets with this symbolism protect from the evil eye.

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	Unknown, Higher, Hidden, Secret, Secret.	Rock, Spirit, Unfathomable, Unknown.	The drawing visually resembles the Russian letter "Zh". The Rune of Doom, which should be taken according to the situation as it is.	Something unknown, frightening in its manifestation, not amenable to reason and strength. In fortune-telling - the influence of Fate, Higher uncontrollable Forces with a situation that cannot be predicted. In magic - dedication to the Unknown.

Drawing

Symbol

Key word

Description

Meaning

God and the Tree of Life, the Highest essence of everything, the Foundation (Support) of the Universe.

Bell,

Visually, the symbol looks like a straight line crossed out in the middle by two parallel lines.

Sacred connection with the ancestors and their powerful support. In Magic - the powerful Power of the Ancestors, the Tree of the Family.

In divination - Divine patronage, reverence and help of the Gods.

Among the Slavs, amulets with this symbolism protect a person from negative emotions and the evil eye.

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	Good, Gifts of the Gods, Luck, Happiness.	Fertility, Gift,	Visually, the symbol resembles a regular triangle lying on its side (vertex to the right), with a base line extending beyond its vertices.	Among the Slavs, it is a symbol of Good, a period of abundance and prosperity, a serene existence. In divination, it means: good news, new acquaintances, acquisition, indulgence, success, praise, good luck, profit. For women - pregnancy. As a talisman, it protects the house from adversity and the family from negative influences from outside.

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	Infinite Power, Might	Power, Protection, Coverage.	According to the drawing, the symbol resembles the Russian letter “P”. It has a powerful energy, a warlike and despotic symbol. Male Beginning.	Protecting the World from Chaos, maintaining Divine order on Earth. In divination - overcoming obstacles (if it refers to the client), otherwise the rune promises failure, a difficult period that should be waited out (any actions in opposition to this Force will be swept away). In magic - the patronage of the Gods. As a talisman, it is recommended to the military and law enforcement officers.

Drawing

Symbol

Key word

Description

Meaning

Divine Spirit, Life, Grass (growing), blood (young, "boiling"), Sun.

Movement, Life, Nature.

Visually, it is almost similar to the Bereginya rune, but it is directed in the opposite direction and its upper line does not cross out the vertical line. Rune of Light Forces.

The Slavs mean everything new, full of strength and talent. Helps to find joy in life, understand the language of nature, appreciate life. In magic

In divination, it can portend pregnancy and the birth of children, development, a positive outlook.

Talisman for creative people.

Drawing	Symbol	Key word	Description	Meaning
	Ice, Stiffness, Glass.	Base, Ice, Stop, stagnation.	The figure visually represents a straight vertical line.	Slavic symbol, which testifies in external stagnation with increased internal work (preparation for something, accumulation of strength and knowledge, opportunities, search for a solution, etc.). In fortune-telling - stopping all affairs, cooling feelings, distance. In magic, it is a tool for the ritual of cooling.

We have considered only the most general concepts in the interpretation of Slavic runes and reliable amulets. Their deeper meaning is known to those people who study them for a long time and use their knowledge in practice. Connoisseurs of runic signs still believe that the secret of the runes has not been fully disclosed and the possibilities of these ancient symbols are endless.

Interpreting the meaning of runes is a very difficult matter, requiring certain skills and understanding of the language of their magical signs. If you are at a loss in choosing which of the runic amulets you most need, proceed from the problem itself. Choose a sign that most accurately reflects your expectations and the reality around you.

With the help of runes - unique Slavic magical tools, you can endlessly learn about the world around you and yourself, achieve your goals, and protect yourself from negative influences. They can lift the veil of the past for you, open a window to the future, help you decide on the present. The division of runes according to the “black / white” principle is impossible, since in each separate scenario the result of the same rune will depend on a number of factors:

the man himself;
his worldview, attitude to the world;
directivity vector (+/-) of its energy;
description of the goal;
the degree of determination and readiness on the way to its achievement, etc.

The subtle world, like the material world, is characterized by the presence of causal relationships. Harmony with the world and oneself is achievable only on the condition that turning to magic, a person pursues good goals.

The Code of Ancient Knowledge is hidden in the secret writing of the Slavic runes. The practice of the traditions of the pagans is still used today to achieve certain goals. Amulets with different runic signs perform various functions, they predict, protect, help, warn. You should never forget that the rune is only a guide to the magical mysteries and a tool that allows you to use them, the end result of the desired depends entirely on the person himself.