As Halloween nears and the veil between worlds grows thin, the ancient runes begin to stir. Rooted in Norse mythology, these sacred symbols once guided seers through magic, mystery, and the elements of Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. Today, we ask the runes to speak once more, casting their wisdom across the twelve zodiac signs. What secrets will they reveal this season of shadows?
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Halloween isn’t just costumes and candy.
It’s a time when the air feels thinner.
Time slows. The veil between worlds softens.
For the Norse, this season was marked not by Samhain, but by Álfblót, a private, sacred rite to honor the spirits of the dead and the watchful elves who guarded the burial mounds. The bones of the Earth held memory. The flicker of fire meant life. This was a time to feed the spirits, to thank the ancestors, and to whisper wishes to the wind.
I remember one Halloween night, years ago, drawing runes by candlelight for the first time. The wind was rattling the windows, and I didn’t know what I was asking, only that I needed guidance. The rune that fell was Eiwaz, the Yew. A sign of endings, but also deep endurance. I didn’t fully understand it then… but it stayed with me. And slowly, it showed me the wisdom in surrender.
That’s the beauty of runes.
They don’t shout. They whisper.
And this season, they have whispers just for you.
What Are the Runes, Really?
The runes are more than letters. They are living symbols, etched into wood, stone, and bone. Each one holds a spell, a secret, a spark of divine breath.
Their name comes from the Old Norse runa, a secret, a whisper.
This Halloween, under the moon’s glow, I cast the stones the way our ancestors might have. I asked:
What do the runes want to say to each zodiac sign as the veil thins?
The answers were clear, eerie, and beautiful.
Let’s begin.
Earth Signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn)
Taurus – Raidho (The Journey Begins)
You’re not where you’re meant to stay. A change is coming, maybe a trip, a move, or a shift inside your spirit. It’s a good change.
Raidho is the rune of the road… and it says: you’re ready.
Halloween Message: Don’t let fear keep you still. The spirits are lighting your path. Move with courage.
Take time to ask yourself what journey you’re truly craving, not just in miles, but in meaning. A conversation, a sudden invite, or a flash of intuition may steer you in a new direction. Follow it. The world is wide, and the road ahead is open.
Virgo – Jera (The Witch’s Harvest)
Something you planted long ago is ready to bloom. Maybe it’s love or healing. Maybe it’s you.
Jera brings the sweet reward of patient magic. It’s the rune of harvest after hard work.
Halloween Message: Trust the timing. Stir the cauldron gently. What’s meant for you will rise to the surface.
This is a good time to clean out your inner garden, let go of regrets, worn-out plans, and overworked worries. Make space for what’s coming. As the wheel turns and the season ends, you’re not just harvesting. You’re becoming.
Capricorn – Othala (The Haunted Home)
You carry ancestral strength. This rune connects you to your lineage, both the burdens and the blessings.
Othala asks: What are you still carrying that isn’t yours?
Halloween Message: Visit the ghosts of your past. But don’t invite them to stay.
Let this be a season of soulful housecleaning. Dust off the old beliefs that were never really yours. Your legacy doesn’t have to be your limit. Light a candle for your ancestors, but walk your own path forward.
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Air Signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius)
Gemini – Ansuz (The Raven Speaks)
Ansuz is the rune of divine messages. Think Odin’s raven on your shoulder, croaking truth in your ear.
Words have power this season, especially yours.
Halloween Message: Listen for what’s hidden between the lines. Speak spells, not complaints.
Someone may say something that sticks in your mind, it may seem small at first, but it holds a deeper truth. Pay attention to conversations, songs, signs. The universe speaks through symbols, and you’re fluent in them right now.
Libra – Tiwaz (The Sword of Truth)
You’ve stood still too long. This rune reminds you: your spine is made of steel. Your heart knows what’s right.
Tiwaz is the rune of sacred justice.
Halloween Message: Cut away the dead weight. Let the ghosts go. Claim your place with honor.
This is your moment to stop people-pleasing and start soul-keeping. If you’ve been wavering on a decision, trust your own sense of fairness. The spirits of the season will stand behind your truth, if you stand in it.
Aquarius – Eiwaz (The Yew Tree’s Secret)
Transformation is coming, but it may look like loss first.
Eiwaz connects death and rebirth. It’s the grave and the sprout. The coffin and the seed.
Halloween Message: Bury what’s dead. Don’t mourn forever. What’s next will grow strong.
You’re walking through a quiet turning point. It may feel lonely, but it’s sacred. Honor this pause. What feels like the end is only the beginning of a deeper, more powerful version of yourself. Trust your future to bloom from this stillness.
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Fire Signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)
Aries – Sowilo (The Pumpkin Flame)
The sun still burns in your chest, even on the darkest night.
>This is your power, your charm, your chance.
Halloween Message: Chase the light, but don’t forget to rest. Even fire needs fuel.
You’re feeling a renewed energy, almost electric. Use it wisely. Shine it where it’s most needed, on your goals, your healing, or your relationships. But don’t push so hard that you burn out. The flame must be fed with care.
Leo – Fehu (Gold in the Shadows)
Fehu brings wealth, material and spiritual. A gift, a surprise, or a door may open soon. But be wise.
Not all treasure glitters.
Halloween Message: Choose what’s rich in meaning, not just money. Give as much as you take.
This rune also invites gratitude. The more generously you share your warmth, your time, your talents, the more abundance returns to you. Halloween is about both trick and treat. Know which to accept and which to gently refuse.
Sagittarius – Ehwaz (The Spirit Horse)
This rune gallops into your reading like a haunted steed.
It carries freedom, momentum, and a deep push to go. You’re restless because your spirit craves movement.
Halloween Message: Break the spell that keeps you stuck. Saddle up. Ride toward your calling.
A new opportunity could arise out of nowhere, like a full moon behind storm clouds. Say yes. Whether it’s travel, a new project, or a relationship, change is the wind behind you. Don’t hold the reins too tight. Trust the ride.
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Water Signs (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces)
Cancer – Isa (The Mirror-Frozen Lake)
Something is paused. Time feels like ice.
This stillness isn’t punishment, it’s protection. It’s asking you to wait, reflect, and not rush into the wrong thing.
Halloween Message: In the stillness, your shadow speaks. Let it whisper… then melt.
Sometimes, silence is the most honest answer. This rune asks you to rest, not react. Observe what you’ve been avoiding. Let the truth settle like frost on glass, and soon, the sunlight will come to melt it clear.
Scorpio – Berkano (The Witch’s Womb)
New beginnings are rooted in the feminine. Creation, birth, healing, home.
Berkano brings softness, but also strength. You are becoming something beautiful.
Halloween Message: You are not your past. The spell is broken. Begin again.
This season, embrace your power to nurture, yourself and others. Berkano is sacred mother energy. It may come through pregnancy, creativity, or deep self-love. Open your heart. The new version of you is ready to be born.
Pisces – Laguz (The Moonlit Water)
Laguz is the deep river under the earth. It brings dreams, intuition, and spiritual flow.
You’re walking between worlds right now, half here, half in spirit.
Halloween Message: Trust your gut. Drink deep from the well of your soul.
Your dreams are not just dreams right now. They are maps. Keep a journal beside your bed, and pay attention to what your subconscious is stirring. Magic is thick in the air for you, dear Pisces. Swim slowly. Trust the tides.
Final Halloween Blessing: Elhaz, The Guardian Rune
As we close this circle, I draw Elhaz, the rune of divine protection.
It stands like an elk’s antlers reaching skyward, a sacred shield between you and harm.
Elhaz reminds us that we are never alone, even in the shadows.
May you be protected this Halloween.
May your heart be light, your spirit strong,
And your soul guided by love, not fear.
The veil is thin, but you are seen.
The spirits watch, but they smile.
And the runes?
They have spoken.
Blessed Samhain. Happy Halloween
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