Alternative Names:
Anglo-Friesian/Germanic: Berkanan
Norse (Viking): Bjarkan
Old English: Beorc
Other names/spellings: Bairkan, Bercna, Berkana,
Berkano, Beroc
Pronunciation: Bear-khan-awn
English Letter Equivalent: B as in BAG
Translation: Birch Twig
Meaning: Growth. Fertility. Re-birth. New life. A new broom. Physical beauty
or stature.
Runic Number: 18
Color: Dark Green
Element: Earth
Polarity: Female
Associated gods: Nerthus, Holda
Astrological Correspondence: Virgo
Characteristics: Physical or mental growth. Increased business, investment or profit. Bumper crops. Lost causes may be redeemed. New beginnings will flourish. BERKANAN refers to renewal, regeneration, purification, healing, and recovery. It is the RUNE of the family and the home, and represents the enjoyment of sexual relations, fertility, and birth. Birth in this context can be literal or symbolic, such as the successful start of any new idea or enterprise.
Personal Interpretation: An exciting time for new beginnings, fresh adventures. Activity and energy. Sow seeds, but the harvest is yet to come so don’t expect immediate reward for your effort. Put the past in its place, learn from experience. A good time for spiritual renewal - clear away misconceptions and accept new ideas.
Reverse: Lack of growth or reduction in stature. Decline or loss in business, profits, or crops. A bad time for new ventures.
Converse: Increased size or profit is being hidden, or dishonestly withheld. You may suffer a theft. An investment that looks risky may well be safe.
Thank you for sharing your time with me. For more information and/or a Rune Reading, please visit my website at: http://www.fromme2youonline.com/readers/lauriejo.
From Me 2 You Online
Laurie Jo
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