Fehu, the first rune of the Elder Futhark, represents wealth, abundance, and the free flow of energy. It teaches us to honour prosperity in all its forms.
In the aett
Fehu belongs to Freyr's aett, the first of three groups of eight that form the Elder Futhark. Named for the god of fertility, harvest, and prosperity, this aett gathers the runes of generative force - beginnings, primal strength, gifts, joy.
Rune poems
Wealth is a comfort to all; yet each man must give it freely if he wishes to win honour in the sight of the Lord.
Anglo-Saxon Rune PoemWealth is a source of discord among kinsmen; the wolf lives in the forest.
Old Norwegian Rune RhymeWealth is kinsmen's strife and the flood's beacon and the grave-fish's path.
Old Icelandic Rune PoemMeaning
Fehu is the first rune of the Elder Futhark and carries the energy of cattle - the original symbol of wealth in Norse culture. More than mere material riches, Fehu represents the dynamic flow of energy, abundance, and the capacity to create.
Exploring Fehu
- Wealth and Abundance: Fehu embodies prosperity in both material and spiritual forms, reminding us that true wealth encompasses inner richness as well.
- Energy Flow: The rune teaches reciprocity - wealth that is shared and circulated grows, while hoarded energy stagnates.
- Personal Power: Fehu encourages us to recognise our own value, make conscious choices, and direct our energy toward what truly matters.
- Fertility and Growth: Just as cattle were a source of sustenance and increase, Fehu symbolises the potential for growth and the nurturing of our dreams.
Working with Fehu
- Gratitude Practice: Cultivate daily acknowledgement of the abundance already present in your life.
- Mindful Giving: Share resources generously; the act of giving opens channels for further receiving.
- Financial Awareness: Practise responsible stewardship of material resources in alignment with your deeper values.
- Meditation on Abundance: Visualise the free, golden flow of energy moving through and around you.
Conclusion
Fehu invites us to embrace abundance on every level - material, emotional, and spiritual. By honouring the energy it represents, we align ourselves with the natural flow of prosperity and open our lives to continual growth.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Fehu rune mean?
Fehu, the first rune of the Elder Futhark, represents wealth, abundance, and the free flow of energy. It teaches us to honour prosperity in all its forms.
What sound does the Fehu rune represent?
The Fehu rune represents the sound "F".
What aett does the Fehu rune belong to?
Fehu is rune 1 of the Elder Futhark and belongs to Freyr's aett.
What is the Fehu rune also called?
Fehu is also known as Feoh, Fé, Faihu.