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Algiz: The elk

Protection, guardianship and connection to the higher self. Algiz is the elk with its antlers raised.

Rune
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Sound
Z
Family
Hagal's Ætt

Algiz looks like an elk's antlers, or a person raising their arms to the sky. It's the great protection rune: a guardian presence, strong instincts, and a sense of being connected to something higher. Trust your instincts right now.

Reversed (merkstave): Feeling exposed, or ignoring a warning. Strengthen your boundaries.

Keywords

  • Protection
  • Instinct
  • Guardianship
  • Spirituality

Journal prompt

Where do I need to protect my energy?

Rune reading is a reflective practice rooted in Norse and Germanic tradition. It doesn't predict a fixed future. You're always the one who decides.

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