The Book of Runes – 10th Anniversary Edition – Ancient Norse oracle with timeless wisdom
About this set
The Book of Runes – 10th Anniversary Edition by Ralph H. Blum is a classic set for those who want to delve into the mysterious world of the Viking runes. This anniversary edition contains 25 carefully crafted rune stones, based on the ancient Germanic Futhark system. Each stone carries a unique symbol that provides access to ancient wisdom, insights and guidance.
Content and application
The set consists of 24 traditional runes and one empty 'Wyrd' rune, which symbolizes the unknown or fate. These stones are designed with simple, strong lines that represent the original runes in their purest form. They are suitable for daily insights, meditation, rituals or as a guide on your spiritual path. The set comes with a luxurious velvet drawstring bag to store the runes.
how the deck comes to life in readings
The included English book (150 pages) is richly illustrated and offers an in-depth explanation of each rune, including interpretations, laying patterns, meditative applications and spiritual reflections. Although the original runes were used for inscriptions and magic, Blum presents them as a contemporary oracle form that can help you find direction, peace and strength in everyday life.
Is this set welcoming to those new to tarot?Yes. The book guides you step by step in getting to know and interpreting the runes. Beginners will appreciate the clear explanation, while advanced students will find the philosophical depth and practical applications enriching.
Material and design
The runes are made of ceramic and have a smooth, earthy appearance. The set contains 25 stones and a soft material bag. The book is a paperback of 150 pages. The dimensions of the box are approximately 138 x 210 mm and the total weight of the set is approximately 680 g.
Author
Ralph H. Blum
Ralph H. Blum (1932–2016) was a writer, researcher and spiritual thinker. He brought ancient runic symbolism to a wide audience by making it accessible as a modern oracle system. His work combines ancient Norse wisdom with contemporary insights, inspiring millions of people worldwide.
Key features
- Number of stones: 25 (including empty rune)
- Box size: approx. 138 x 210 mm
- Weight: approx. 680 g
- Publisher: St. Martin's Press
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9780312097527
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