Anu DudleyThe Goddess Casts the Runes
Divination and Wisdom of the Earth Mother
Anu Dudley is a retired history professor and an ordained Pagan minister. She has taught such courses as History of the Goddess, Paganism 101, and Ethical Magic. The longtime producer of the radio show Earthwise: Reflections on Earth-Based Spirituality, she lives off-grid in a small homesteading community.
Acknowledgments
PART I
Reclaiming the Runes for the Goddess
Origin of the Runes
Theft of the Runes
Casting the Runes
PART I I
Reading the Runes
The Maiden Arc: Birthrights
1 Fehu, the Reindeer Mother: Wealth
2 Uruz, the Primal Cow: Energy
3 Thurisaz, the Giants: Connection
4 Ansuz, the Voice: Agency
5 Raidho, the Wheel: Purpose
6 Kenaz, the Eye: Knowing
7 Gebo, the Giver: Gratitude
8 Wunjo, the Wish: Desire
The Mother Arc: Challenges
9 Hagelaz, the Hail: Disruption
10 Naudhiz, the Bow Drill: Need
11 Isa, the Ice: Immobility
12 Jera, the Year: Time
13 Eihwaz, the Yew Tree: Death
14 Perthro, the Cauldron: Mystery
15 Algiz, the Swan: Defense
16 Sowilo, the Sun: Truth
The Crone Arc: Relationships
17 Teiwaz, the North Star: Guidance
18 Berkana, the She-Bear: Support
19 Ehwaz, the Horse: Partnership
20 Mannaz, the Human Family: Unity
21 Laguz, the Lake: Wisdom
22 Inguz, the Portal: Fertility
23 Dagaz, the Day: Opportunity
24 Othala, the Homeland: Totality
Conclusion
Bibliography
Index
