The Ansuz Society sacred Oak tree dedicated to the Thunder God. We bow to the supreme wrathful protector of man and Earth. May all beings be shielded by strength and certainty. Hailaz / Namaste
Ending the Futhark With Dagaz
We end the Futhark with Dagaz (ᛞ) because we believe that after one realizes the true Self, represented by Othala (ᛟ), one can then “break the cycle” of saṃsāra, like the breaking of dawn on a new day. This process of enlightenment is represented by Dagaz. In reality, whether you end with Othala or Dagaz, one... Continue Reading →
Hate, Anger, Suffering
It’s easy to hate, be angry, and only care about ourselves. It’s harder to love, show compassion, and be willing to assist in man’s climb towards liberation. It’s easy to see the differences in everything; to see it’s separate parts. It’s harder to see that all is one, all is unified. If I can help... Continue Reading →
Freedom, Change, Blame
Life’s hard for everyone, and chances are, lots of people are experiencing more dire issues than ourselves; all the while continuing to perform highly and exhibit love and respect toward their fellow man. Be the latter and conquer the obstacles you need to in life. Don’t compare yourself to others and do not make excuses... Continue Reading →
Odin, Knowledge, Sacrifice
Like Odin, our search for knowledge coincides with how much we are willing to sacrifice in order to develop our higher Self. The greater the sacrifice, the greater the reward. Hailaz / Namaste
Protected: Further Analysis of the Mannaz Rune
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Further Analysis of the Ehwaz Rune
Ehwaz ᛖ / E Ehwaz means “horse” in Proto-Germanic and is associated with transportation, trust, movement, quickness, and adventure. Ehwaz represents the vehicle we use to travel, whether that be the horse, the chariot, the car, or even the body itself. Ehwaz is that which we depend upon to move around the landscape and quicken... Continue Reading →
Shiva
Shiva represents the higher Self within all beings; that which transcends the flesh and connects us all to the source. Shiva is the origin, the permanent aspect of conscious reality; the eternal point of stillness in a constant sea of changes. Shiva is rhythm, abundance, and divine union; the almighty vibration at the core of... Continue Reading →
Protected: Further Analysis of the Berkano Rune
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Thoughts, Wind, and Odin
Learning to control attachment over one’s inner winds (thoughts) is one layer of Odinic meditation. Stop trying to “control” your thoughts. This will only cause anguish. Instead, practice control over your attachments and reactions to thoughts, making them powerless over your being. Hailaz / Namaste