Sacred Stories
They were sharing conversation about human consciousness as related to the woes of the world when The Book of Runes by cultural anthropologist Ralph H. Blum was introduced by their hostess.
Based on a tradition over one thousand years old, the Runes are seen by many as a contemporary Oracle and remarkable aid in practical decision making.
“Have you ever done divination?” she asked.
One of the guests said her grandmother had worked with Tarot, but Runes were new to her. She put her hand into the bag without looking, and “drew” #19 Hagalaz: Disruption. She began to read aloud: “Drawing this rune indicates a pressing need within the pysche to break free from constricting identification with material reality and to experience the world of archetypal mind….” Wow. That fit totally with their conversation!
The partner of the woman who had just drawn the Rune, said, “Let me draw one!” That Rune was placed back into the bag, the contents were mixed up, and the bag was handed to him. He mixed up the bag some more, reached into the bag, and pulled out that same Rune! “How many of these are there,” he asked.
The contents were removed from the bag and all 25 Runes were laid face up for him to see. “Just that one,” was the reply.
“Whether you created the disruption or whether it comes from an outside source, you are not without power in this situation….”
We notice when our experience defies the odds. Something greater is at play.
“The more severe the disruption in your life, the more significant and timely the requirements for your growth. The universe and your own soul are demanding that you do, indeed, grow.”