taaj: I didn't know anything about runes before reading this book. This gives runes flesh and context to make them alive, usable, and relatable. I highly recommend this for beginners. I feel like I know what I am doing now!
United States on Dec 05, 2023
Jim R: An excellent resource for anyone interested in the Runes.
United States on Sep 15, 2023
Caroline Fletcher: So interesting good for learning
United States on Sep 07, 2023
Amazon Customer: Very well written and to the point, with a wealth of knowledge.
Canada on Jun 06, 2020
Alex: An entrancing and well-written guide to rune study. Diana's writing is engaging, like you're discussing the topic with a friend and mentor rather than reading a book. If you've liked any of her other work, you'll probably like this. It's worth noting that this isn't really a standalone book; it can be used as such, but it wasn't intended to be and I wouldn't advise you to do so. This is more a guide to teaching yourself or running a group. At the very least Thorsson's Runelore is recommended.
Also, a minor note- I'm not usually fond of paperbacks, but this one is very well made.
Canada on Oct 22, 2018
Amazon Customer: i have been Reading and studying runes for a not more than a couple of months but i have read a lot of books. this one is quite complete and i think it is useful not only for beginners, which is always nice. it has definitely become a reference book for me!
Spain on Jul 19, 2018
Frodi Ingsson: From Paxson’s introduction I was able to gather three things: (1) she is open to receiving insights from all valuable sources; (2) it does not matter who you are, the Runes can be a blessing to everyone; (3) while tradition is essential to gaining a solid foundation, in the end it is most important to embody the Runes and discover one’s own Path through them. All that works for me.
I’ve come across a few lists that state, Taking up the Runes is the best beginner’s book on Runes. I do not agree with that. While Paxson’s book covers most everything a person needs to know to begin working with the Runes, the information is spread out throughout her book which makes it difficult to see the bigger picture when starting off. I suggest Nordic Runes: Understanding, Casting, and Interpreting the Ancient Viking Oracle by Mountfort to be the best beginner’s book, not only because he gives the bigger picture but also because he helps the reader understand the differences between the traditional and modern perspectives.
As for beginner/intermediate books on Rune magic, I would definitely say this is one of the best. Every Rune has one or more...
United States on Feb 20, 2016
SamFenn: Probably the best book on runes I have read for a long time. It has a good balance between the scholarly aspects of rune study and the spiritual side of working with them. Thankfully this is also a book written from a universalist perspective. Paxson credits other authors which is helpful, and also acknowledges where her interpretations are due to her personal insight or journey. Although this is abook intended to support a rune working or study group, if you are studying alone or already have some experience and knowledge of runes, this is still an excellent resource. In my view, this should be a key resource for anyone studying runes and eliminates the need to trawl through the mass of dubious books available.
United Kingdom on Nov 20, 2015
Kunde: Diana L. Paxon hat sich tiefgehend mit den Runen, ihrer Bedeutung und ihrer mystischen und mythischen Einbindung in die Kultur der Germanen beschäftigt. Zudem schafft sie es, die Bedeutungen der Symbole für das damalige Leben in unser heutiges Leben zu übertragen und damit eine Anbindung zu schaffen mit direktem Bezug auf alles, was die Menschen heutzutage bewegt. Sie beschreibt auch sehr gut, dass die Runen nicht einzelne Symbole mit einer singulären Bedeutung sind, sondern dass sie in vielen Fällen eher für Übergänge stehen und damit nicht statisch sondern sehr lebendig werden. Zu den alten und neuen Deutungen der Runen beschreibt sie noch wunderschöne Rituale, mit denen man eine tiefe Beziehung zu ihnen und auch zu den ihnen zugeordneten Göttern herstellen kann. Dazu schlägt sie verschiedenen Meditationen vor und auch alte Gedichte und Lieder. Neben den divinatorischen Techniken beschreibt sie auch sehr wirkungsvolle Runenzauber.
Das mit Abstand tiefgehendste und best recherchierte Buch zu Runen, das ich je in die Finger bekommen habe. Wer also mehr möchte als eine schnelle Deutung für geworfene Runen haben möchte ist hiermit bestens beraten.
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Germany on Jun 13, 2014
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United States on Dec 23, 2023