{"product_id":"9781577152361-runes-box-1-wbk","title":"The Runes Box","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTools to Connect You to The Magic of The Universe - Contains: A Guide to Reading Runes and 36 Cards for Divination and Rune Magic\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Runes Box\u003c\/i\u003e includes a 96-page booklet explaining the history of runes and how to use them and 36 carry-size cards that give information on the 24 runes and their meanings, plus some essential runic blessings and wishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the power of ancient Nordic runes with this beautifully presented book and deck.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e According to Norse mythology, Odin, the chief of the gods, hung himself in self-sacrifice from the world tree Yggdrasil for nine days and nights in order to receive cosmic wisdom. This was granted to him in the form of the runes. The runes make up an alphabet that, with local variations, was used across most of northern Europe from pre-Christian times until the thirteenth century. The word rune is derived from rúna, an ancient Germanic word meaning whisper or mystery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Runes Box\u003c\/i\u003e explains the \u003cb\u003emeanings of the runes\u003c\/b\u003e and the \u003cb\u003eNorse mythology\u003c\/b\u003e that underpins their basic concepts. \u003cb\u003eEnclosed in a handy hardcover case\u003c\/b\u003e so that the wisdom of the runes can be carried with you at all times, you'll find: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cb\u003e96-page booklet\u003c\/b\u003e that explains the history of runes and how to use them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e36 carry-size cards\u003c\/b\u003e with information on the 24 runes and their meanings, plus some essential runic blessings and wishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e The straight, angular lines of the runes are ideal for carving into bone, wood, or stone, or forming with twigs. Different methods for making runestones are described with instructions on \u003cb\u003ehow to use them for divinatory and magical purposes\u003c\/b\u003e, from making talismans to petitioning the Norse gods.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Approach the runes with a benevolent instinct, an open heart, and an honest spirit, and truths will be revealed to you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Incorporate common mind-body-spirit practices into your daily routine with the \u003cb\u003eMindful Practice Deck series.\u003c\/b\u003e From dream interpretation to runes casting and crystal healing, learn about the history of each practice as well as how to use each to meet your specific needs. Beautifully presented in a hardcover case, each kit includes a removable paperback reference book and a 36-card deck in a protective box, perfectly sized for quick access on the go.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Also available: \u003ci\u003eThe Dream Interpretation Box; The Crystal Healing Box\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40861980131425,"sku":"9781577152361","price":11.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/files\/orig_28291867.jpg?v=1722529838","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9781577152361-runes-box-1-wbk","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}