Runes are graphic symbols that were used by the Slavs and some other northern peoples as amulets. Each rune had its own name and denoted a certain process or situation, so they were used for a specific purpose.
Any rune is the embodiment of a certain aspect of human existence, therefore, none of them has any precise formulation of its meaning. Runes - magic signs that protected from evil spirits and contributed to the fulfillment of desires, the Slavs used in the days of early paganism. They were applied to the body in the form of tattoos, engraved on stones or metal to be worn in the form of a pendant, they were decorated with weapons handles, household utensils, and woven into intricate ornaments on clothes.
One of the main components of the Slavic runes was the cross, in the miraculous power of which the Slavs believed long before the spread of Christianity. The cross on the Slavic runes was also depicted in the form of a swastika. The strongest amulet, for example, was considered the rune Bogovnik, which personified the divine power and patronage of the Light Gods to the person who stands on the path of spiritual development and self-improvement. This is a mandala for those who are fighting for the truth, it helps to realize the unity of the four primary elements that make up the Universe: Fire, Water, Earth and Air. The goddess was considered a male rune.
One of the strongest female amulets was the Cross of Lada rune, meaning the continuity of the cycle of life, birth and death, symbolizing the infinity of the Universe. This rune was worn by those women who wanted to start a family or have a child, it was believed that it helps in both. The runes Ladinets and Kolyadnik are also cross, they are inscribed in a closed circle - the symbol of the Sun and the supreme Slavic pagan deity - Yarila. These runes protected from dark energy, they were worn by both men and women, they can often be found on the ornaments of towels and clothes.
Runes of general action include the Tree of the World, this rune means the patronage and protection of the gods, as well as the Alatyr rune - the center of the Universe, it should be worn by those who want to achieve truth and justice. But for those who want to start a new life, get out of the vicious circle, overcome the forces of Chaos, the Chernobog rune will help. For those who want to protect their family and loved ones, save property and increase it, make a successful career and protect the house from intruders and negative energy, the Odal rune will help. She will save the family from enemies and help to see the human essence.
Runa Raido, or Rainbow, is a talisman for those who are going on the road and are on the way. It will protect the traveler from accidents, diseases and robbers, save in bad weather. Your path, if you take the Raido rune with you, will be short-lived and easy, you will achieve all the goals for which the journey has been undertaken. But the Isa rune is a talisman against evil eyes and diseases. It removes evil and troubles from a person, helps to avoid unnecessary temptations, gives stamina and confidence in one's righteousness and strength.
