Three Lifetimes Spread

 

Runes are symbols that describe our journey through life. Progressive in nature, they speak to the elemental forces that influence our daily lives, as well as our awareness of our reality as extensions of Source. With the new year beginning, I thought it would be interesting to cast the three lifetimes spread to see how it relates to my own life. It’s revealing in that it illustrates the beginning, present and future in an individual’s current incarnation, as well as both past and future incarnations.

All aetts are represented in the casting, with Gebo, Kenaz, and Fehu in the first aett centering around practical or foundational matters in our lives; Sowilo in the second aett representing psychological conditions we face; and, Berkano in the third aett representing our ability to relate to others. All runes are imbued with feminine energies, and represent all elemental energies other than Air, which as an Air sign, I provide. As Libra is an Air sign, it’s as if the casting illustrates the influence of the other elements in the life of this Air sign woman.

Interestingly enough, as we all begin as extensions of Source, I cast Sowilo in the first position, which deals with circumstances and conditions surrounding birth and early childhood. It is considered the Rune of Light. Sowilo is the expression of incarnated Source Energy. In other words, we begin with Source. As such, it indicates an awareness of the Higher Self and of the quantum energy field that exists around each of us. Sowilo suggests divine immanence, and an expression of right mindedness. Representing powerful energy, Sowilo indicates strength in magickal workings, with an emphasis upon healing magick centering around compassion for others. As an empath, I experience the energies of others through their respective quantum fields. As a hedgewitch, my focus is on herb magick and energy balance. How cool the casting begins here.

The present incarnation is reflected by Berkano, in the second position of the casting. Relationships are the focus with the Great Mother rune. Earth Elemental energy is the grounding force behind Berkano and indicates a focus on fertility, growth, protection, and nurturing the family. Both the Maiden and Mother are represented in Berkano, and is the energy surrounding the survival of the species. Additionally, along with increased intuition, which supports my experience as an empath, the reality is Berkano represents the unification of Goddess or Source energy in all as we continue to co-create together.

The third position of the casting suggests that the emphasis will be on relationships in the future of this present incarnation. A rune of Elemental Water, Gebo suggests a focus upon equal exchange of energy in relation to others. Love, forgiveness, and the courage it takes sometimes to trust are energies Gebo brings to the table. Representing the Law of Compensation, Gebo is about balance, which as a Libra, that’s something for which I continually strive. Relationships are about balance and Gebo assists the witch in her magickal workings to bring about that balance. It seems to suggest the wisdom of the Crone going forward, prescient in that I’m in that phase of life. My own ritual work with energy centers on bringing balance to situations, and it seems that it will continue to be the case.

Kenaz, which appears just prior to Gebo in the first aett, is the rune cast in the fourth position of past incarnation. Imbued with Fire Elemental energies, Kenaz is considered to be the Torch of Enlightenment, the rune of humankind, a force both regenerative and transforming in its energy. Conception, creation, and erotic energies are present in Kenaz. It provides the impetus for inner knowing, intuition, and for creating one’s own reality through the use of one’s life force. In other words, transmutation of energy and the more technical portions of crafting energy in magick. Kenaz brings clarity and insight, strengthening our abilities with a connection with our Higher Self. Kenaz itself will reinforce or strengthen a casting. It also suggests an awareness of oneness, of knowing that we are a force greater together than we would ever be as individuals.  An interesting consistency as it would seem a past incarnation is similar to this one.

In the last position of future incarnation, is Fehu, a rune expressing both Fire and Earth Elemental energies. We come full circle with the first rune of the Futhark, signifying wealth and psychic energies, reminding again of our connection to Source and the inner power we all possess. Transfer of divine energy and power surrounds Fehu. Honesty and integrity, positive self worth spring from the energy of Fehu. As a sending rune, Fehu acts as a channel for energy transfer or projection. It’s the creative force of Source Energy.

The frequency is rising around us. We’re all letting go of what no longer serves us. Understanding we are one in Source naturally brings us to a frequency of love and unity. Incarnation into form is an experience of density. It’s not our reality, however, and it’s always possible to remain expansive and see the Higher Self in all. The Holy Spirit isn’t a separate entity, apart from each of us. It’s us..together. Fehu seems to suggest that in a future incarnation, more of us may have awakened and experience this oneness.

I must say, I’ve never done a runecasting for myself that turned out this way. There seems to be consistency in how I experience the various incarnations I have had. I have to believe that this is probably true for everyone, that there’s a consistency to our lives. We may look differently, have different challenges to face, but perhaps the core essence is the same throughout. We always have a chance to, as A Course in Miracles says, to “choose once again” and create a positive experience in this life. If we stay focused on the density of form, we believe what we see. If we stay expansive, embracing the energy around us as part of our very existence, then we know that we are much more than what we see in front of us.

~Blessed Be the Runes!