Elemental Cross

This reading is good for establishing where you are in the timing of a situation. Runes one through three represent the past, present and future. Position four offers some advice about how to proceed, and position five speaks to certain limitations in the situation.

1. Past

Position one addresses the past, relative to your question. It shows what has led to to your present state of mind.

Ing / danes

There is a sense of completion in this rune, with its four-square shape. Almost always fortuitous in nature, this rune indicates protection while in process and success in completion. After completion comes a new beginning, so the rune also signifies the continuity of events over time. The feelings of relief and anticipation are both associated with this rune.

2. Present

This rune is for the present. In addition, rune 2 can represent your present STATE OF MIND,

Os / God

The rune OS, also called ANSUR, represents the power and authority of a god. In your reading it is an indication that you are led by the sort of help that you would expect from parents and other authority figures. Allow the voice of authority to speak in your life where this rune is found; you will benefit from the opportunity of apprenticeship.

3. Future

Rune three looks into the future. It says something about the RESULT.

Man / man

MAN is the rune for mankind, and reminds you that your associations with others are important at this time. Seek help with important decisions from people whose opinions you respect in the area of your question. This is not a co-dependent sort of leaning on others; rather it indicates the healthy cooperative relationships we all value. Look also to your own areas of expertise.

4. Assistance

Rune four tells you what kind of help you can expect in regard to your question. It can relate to other people, circumstance, or to your own efforts.

Eow / horse

The animal associated with EOW is the horse. This rune indicates the movement involved in travel or transport of goods. Its appearance suggests that whatever your question, you are on the right track and should continue in the same direction to achieve good results. Expect progress. Your effort will result in beneficial change.

5. What you cannot change

Rune five tells you what cannot be changed about the situation. You can evaluate what this rune says in order to formulate a method for acceptance, but do not seek to change this rune's meaning.

Beorc / birch tree

BEORC is the birch tree, associated with fertility rites and pagan ritual. The rune indicates expansion wherever it is found. It also is involved in the rituals which surround family and community. It may indicate pregnancy, birth or mother child relationships on a literal plane, or more figuratively, the inception of an idea. There will be cause to celebrate.