Laguz

Laguz: meaning

Adaptation keeps an intention while changing how to proceed. Distinguish a negotiable condition from a boundary you need to retain.

Symbols and details in the image

Notice the sign ᛚ: a tall stem with a diagonal branch from its upper end, inside a fine circle. Which detail catches your attention first? Explore the image and connect that detail with your question: gestures, shapes and contrasts open up new associations.

Laguz: interpretation

Which small change would help respond to what is happening now?

A reading step by step

Explore the three positions of Elder Futhark runes with this example. Place the images in the stated order and follow each row’s ideas. Then connect the three themes: how does the perspective change from one position to the next?

• First element · Laguz: Adaptation keeps an intention while changing how to proceed.
• Second element · Ingwaz: An idea may mature through work not yet visible.
• Third element · Dagaz: A transition lets you compare two ways of seeing the same situation.

History and inspiration

The Elder Futhark brings together twenty-four writing signs. This collection presents them in original drawings so you can recognise each rune and compare their shapes. Our present-day readings connect the signs with resources, cooperation and taking a pause, beginning with your question.