Welcome back for a look at another rune!
As we continue exploring the runes, the next one up in The Elder Futhark Script is Berkana (bair-kah-nah).
The keywords associated with this rune are: Birth, new beginnings, family, growth, regeneration.
A very positive rune, Berkana symbolizes new beginnings. This makes me think of the Aces in the tarot deck. New beginnings can take the form of a new project, a new relationship, a new phase of spiritual development, or a new idea that leads to successful outcomes. This rune indicates that the Universal energies are fertile and lined up for bringing forth new manifestations. This puts you in an excellent position to begin your next adventure.
Berkana is the rune of female energy and is also known as the birth rune. It can indicate an actual birth of a child, a wedding or other happy family occasion. It is a very good sign for women who are trying to conceive.
Depending on the context of a reading, Berkana may be asking you to look at where your own caretaking energy is being directed. While you’re nurturing others, your dreams and goals, don’t forget to nurture yourself.
This rune reminds us to not be afraid to accept loving assistance from others.
Berkana’s translation is “birch,” a highly revered tree associated with renewal and regeneration. The birth was among the first trees that returned to reforest the land after the last Ice Age, and is one of the first to leaf out in the spring.
If you are struggling with difficulties, drawing Berkana is a reminder that no matter how cold or dark things may seem, warmth and light will return. Often we are in a dormant phase that precedes a spiritual awakening. Soon enough we will bloom again.
The birth sign associated with Berkana is March 14 – March 30.
This is definitely a rune I would love to see turn up in a reading!
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I love this tune, and it follows my birth rune, which is cool! I would definitely like to see this in a reading as well, Jan. 😊
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How wonderful, Yvette. There are only a few more runes to go before I can start incorporating them into readings. That will be fun! Thanks for stopping by!
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Lovely and positive, Jan. Thanks for sharing. Hugs on the wing.
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My pleasure, Teagan! Thanks for stopping by!
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This is all new to me so I’m enjoying walking through it with you.
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I am so glad you are enjoying learning about runes, Jacqui!
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I love this rune and the positive message, Jan. We all must learn to accept loving assistance though not easy.
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Thank you, Miriam. I appreciate your comment!
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You’re welcome, Jan!
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I would vote to get this on, Jan. Thanks.
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Yep! Me too, John!
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I love how you explain the meaning(s) of this rune. It reminds me of the saying: “Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over it became a butterfly.” Fits a literal birth but also the positive development of things that may have appeared differently. As you said, if things look dark, the light will return. Wonderful!
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I love that comparison, Erika. It fits perfectly! Birth and rebirth happen often throughout one lifetime. Thank you for stopping by! Hugs!
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Oh, yes, I agree. My pleasure and big hugs back 😊
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Hi Jan, this does sound like a great rune to draw. There is nothing a wonderful as new beginnings.
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I couldn’t agree more, Robbie! Thank you for stopping by!
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Ooh, that’s my birth sign! Maybe it explains why I like to look at the positive side of things 🙂
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Such a wonderful gift, Jacquie – to be able to be optimistic is beautiful. Thank you for stopping by and glad this was your birth rune!
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I like this one, Jan 🙂
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One of the best so far, Denise! Thanks for stopping by!
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I love this rune!! Your description is just great.
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Me too, Darlene! Thank you for stopping by. I’m glad you enjoyed the post!
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I like the meanings associated with this one, It’s sounds like a wonderful rune to have turn up. Very positive and uplifting. Thanks, Jan!
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I totally agree, Mae! This would be a great one to turn up in a reading. Thanks for stopping by!
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This one applies to me (well, my daughter) who just got married and moved to a new city. Very positive and uplifting. Thanks, Jan.
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Yes, it does, Staci. Very fitting. Thanks for stopping by!
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Another great rune to have in our pocket. Thanks for the introduction, Jan. I hope your sister is doing better.
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Thank you, Jill! We are encouraged in that she had some slight improvement yesterday. I appreciate you asking. Have a great day!
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That’s good to hear, Jan!
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A great rune. Thanks for sharing, Jan 🙂
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My pleasure, Harmony! Thanks for stopping by!
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