Speaks to us of necessary changes in ourselves and/or our lives. It announces that a positive outcome awaits us
if we persist and do not allow ourselves to be discouraged by adversity. It is brute strength, bravery and courage, masculine energy, and changes.
Symbology of the Rune Uruz:
Its name comes from the Uro, an extinct animal similar to the bison, but more vigorous and larger in size. In the ancient Norse tradition, in order to make the step from boy to man, adolescents had to hunt an Uro as a symbol of virility. Thus men would have the qualities of strength, courage and honour.
Meaning of the Rune Uruz:
Uruz is the Rune of changes, drastic, it gives excitement or intensity to the slower processes. Giving us the vitality and strength to fight the adversities that may come our way. Uruz indicates new beginnings, a complete change of lifestyle or attitude towards life. It tells us that what has lived in us, must die to make room for a new rebirth or beginning.
Thoughts, attitudes, philosophies, actions? must change in order to manifest new and positive results.
It tells us that sometimes, in order to renew ourselves, we have to take a step into the darkness, and courageously face our fears and the obstacles in front of us.
It gives us strength, determination and confidence to move forward into a brighter future after stepping through the darkness. It augurs that behind your possibly dubious circumstances,
there will be a good resolution. It asks us to be open and to stop resisting and fearing change so that we can move through this process with greater speed.
Uruz as amulet or object of focus in meditation:
- To generate new circumstances in our lives.
- To start new things, through willpower.
- To have the strength and good physical health, as well as to heal from injuries.
- Through perseverance and willpower, we will not know the channel of inspiration and creativity.
- It generates fortunate events, even when the process seems doubtful.
- Causality.
- A better understanding of ourselves.
Uruz’s advice
Calm the mind and spirit at times of perceived loss and difficulty, perhaps you are losing something or someone important. But it is precisely that loss that will give you the strength and courage to take back your life and transform it into a new vision. He advises us to try to discern and see our purpose with clarity in order to generate the determination to achieve it in spite of the difficulties that may appear.
