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,

Wyn / joy

Joy is the fundamental meaning of WYN. This rune is well-placed anywhere in your reading, but especially so in the future or outcome. There is a balance between the obvious beneficial qualities of joy and the calm which it leaves in its wake. A fair-haired visitor may play a role in affairs where WYN is present; certainly you have the joyous feeling of the fair-haired child.

3. Future

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

Ken / bonfire

The giving and receiving of love are seen in the rune KEN. For a male, expect to give; for a female, allow yourself to receive. The heat of such an exchange reflects the nature of fire in the rune. The positive creative energy of the spring equinox is expressed wherever this rune appears. Whether man or woman, you will benefit from the processes of both giving and receiving.

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.

BLANK / karmic rune

Fate, destiny, kismet, karma. These are all descriptive of the nature of this rune when it appears. It is as though a veil is drawn over the answer so you cannot perceive it at this time. While it is difficult to trust in fate, it is impossible to change it. Things will be decided for you, so an accepting frame of mind will be your best resource.

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.

Sygel / sun

The basic meaning of SYGEL is victory. Thus its appearance in a reading, particularly in the "results" position, is indicative of success. The successful person is one who works hard and plays hard as well. Thus if there is any health concern, take this rune as an indicator of the need for relaxation from the daily grind.