Prosperity ~ Fehu Rune

Prosperity ~ Fehu RuneThe image side of this Rune shows a series of stacked cubes, shining with energy. This represents the personal prosperity that is built up over time, first by laying a foundation and then adding to what is built with successive intent. The Symbol side of this piece shows the Fehu rune, which derives from the Proto Germanic word fehu, meaning cattle or livestock. Fehu rune embodies a dynamic force. It signifies not just possession, but the process of

The image side of this Rune shows a series of stacked cubes, shining with energy. This represents the personal prosperity that is built up over time, first by laying a foundation and then adding to what is built with successive intent.

The Symbol side of this piece shows the Fehu rune, which derives from the Proto-Germanic word “fehu,” meaning “cattle” or “livestock.” Fehu rune embodies a dynamic force. It signifies not just possession, but the process of gaining wealth, the flow of prosperity. possessions, potential and fulfillment on a firm foundation. Fehu promises returns through work done and creative ambitions realized. Successful progress of a project ensures nourishment, stability and growth. Fehu calls for the appreciation of hard work and profit.he potential creative energies are brought to bear by each individual to create wealth at all necessary levels.

Fehu belongs to the First Aett, which represents the cycle of life. These are the core aspects of human existence, and the necessary phases that each of us must experience during our journey through this life. These aspects of life can be taken literally, or they can be understood metaphorically to represent current forces and events. In this light, Fehu represents potential and fulfillment created by the support of a firm foundation.

The Norse Rune or "letter" featured on one side of my Runes is taken from a writing system called Elder Futhark. There are many explanations of this Norse writing system in both classical and popular literature. The image side of every Rune represents emotional attributes of its Nordic letter and are pictograms of my own creation. Each Rune description includes an etymological reference of historical origins well as modern meanings.

There are a total of 24 Elder Futhark Runes. They can be divided into three groups of 8 runes each. Each group of 8 is called an “aett” which has an several underlying meanings that can be shared by all 8 runes within it. The additional insight from the Aett formation can help clarify individual rune interpretations.

These beautiful, handmade Rune Charms are heavyweight, with deep carvings on both sides of the Rune.Each Rune comes with a jump ring large enough to thread on a chain.  The one shown is the  2.2mm Square Cable Chain.

Runes are solid Sterling Silver and measure approximately 5/8" high x 7/16" wide x 3/32" deep.