What are runes used for?
Runecasting is a form of divination. Divination is any practice by which one seeks knowledge or perception of an unknown subject through intuition and/or an interpretation of signs. Commonly known types of divination include tarot cards, astrology, crystal gazing, tea leaves, palm reading, numerology and dream interpretation. Lesser known types include the use of pendulums, bones, examining patterns in flame, smoke, and wax dripped into water, as well as observing behavior of birds, snakes and mice. Rune divination is done by interpreting the meanings of rune symbols. Generally it is done by marking individual stones, sticks or other objects with the rune symbols then drawing randomly from a pouch. Each symbol that is drawn is interpreted in relation to the question to be answered. back to the top Q: Do they work? A: Divination is sometimes defined as ‘the practice of seeking knowledge of the future by supernatural means’ or ‘discovering something that is unknown by magical methods.’ T
