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 →
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
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 →
Purpose, Law, Karma
Much of our suffering in life comes from trying to do too much. “Doing” implies a creation of Karmic chains, whether good or bad, that will have to be mended at some point in time. However, by doing only what is necessary, it is possible to sever the roots of future Karma. Finding out what... Continue Reading →
Mjolnir and Vajra
The Mjolnir and the Vajra are spiritually symbolic weapons meant to destroy ignorance, uphold order, and ultimately, represent the indestructible and diamond-like state of awareness that exists within us. Whether or not you carry this symbol on your person throughout the day, always remember its power when needed, until it becomes a constant state of... Continue Reading →
New Book “Freyr’s Aett” Now Available!
This book is the first of a 3-part analysis of the deeper meanings hidden within the runes of the Elder Futhark. Through various avenues of mythology, language, and history, we will expand the scope and meanings present in each rune as it moves through time and culture. We will explore well known runic theories, as... Continue Reading →
Focus, Compassion, Development
How many cataclysms happen within the seed before it sprouts, how many obstacles before the flower blooms? Keep your head up, focus on your goals. Be kind to your fellow man. We all struggle, we all experience suffering. There’s no need to add to this Karmic weight. The war is against ourselves, not the world.... Continue Reading →
Shiva Mantra
Shiva Mantra recorded October 2022. Music and vocals by Hrukjan. Allegany, New York. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxXuyHkdp4Q
Augjan Gautaz (Galdr/Mantra Exercise for Invoking Wodaz)
Meditation/Ritual exercise using Gothic and proto-Germanic language galdr/mantras for invoking Wōdaz (inspiration, excitement, frenzy). Music and vocals by Hrukjan. Recorded October 2022. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXZCPjAYvGQ