Fehu — Wealth, Abundance: Fehu represents cattle and movable property, traditionally a symbol of abundance and earned prosperity. It is seen as the flow of resources — wealth that must be kept in motion, shared, and used to begin anew. (Reversed: Reversed, it points to loss, greed, and wealth that stagnates instead of flowing. It speaks of clinging to possessions until sharing and circulation are blocked.)
Uruz — Primal Strength: Uruz refers to the wild aurochs, traditionally a symbol of untamed vitality and strong will. It is seen as the raw endurance to weather hardship and the primal energy that drives change forward. (Reversed: Reversed, it suggests misused force, recklessness, or depleted vigor. It speaks of unbridled energy that pushes roughly against oneself or others.)
Thurisaz — Thorn, Breakthrough: Thurisaz refers to a thorn or giant, traditionally a symbol of defense and sudden breakthrough. It is seen as a double-edged power that guards against danger yet can wound if handled carelessly. (Reversed: Reversed, it points to impulsive destruction, hostility, or exposure to harm. It speaks of unrefined force that brings injury instead of protection.)
Ansuz — Wisdom, Message: Ansuz refers to divine breath and speech, traditionally a symbol of wisdom, inspiration, and arriving messages. It is seen as truthful words, learning, and the moment of insight. (Reversed: Reversed, it suggests lies, misunderstanding, or blocked communication. It speaks of clouded words and meanings gone astray that breed confusion.)
Raidho — Journey, Movement: Raidho refers to the chariot and travel, traditionally a symbol of journey, right direction, and life's rhythm. It is seen as movement toward a destination and an orderly flow of events. (Reversed: Reversed, it points to stagnation, losing one's way, or disrupted plans. It speaks of a flow that cannot advance or has lost its direction.)
Kenaz — Torch, Insight: Kenaz refers to the torch, traditionally a symbol of illumination, creativity, and crafted skill. It is seen as the insight that lights the dark and the passion that shapes something new. (Reversed: Reversed, it suggests dimmed inspiration, confusion, or a creative spark gone out. It speaks of a light fading until the path can no longer be seen.)
Gebo — Gift, Partnership: Gebo refers to the gift, traditionally a symbol of balanced giving, partnership, and bonds. It is seen as the equal exchange forged through generosity and trust. (Reversed: Gebo is usually held to have no reverse, yet its shadow points to unbalanced relationships or burdensome obligation. A lopsided exchange is said to weigh the bond down.)
Wunjo — Joy, Harmony: Wunjo refers to joy, traditionally a symbol of contentment, harmony, and communal accord. It is seen as the peace and fulfillment that arise when wishes come together. (Reversed: Reversed, it points to sorrow, discord, or disappointed expectation. It speaks of harmony broken and spirits sinking low.)