Ehwaz is the rune of the horse. It is the rune of partnership, cooperation, trust, and loyalty. This rune represents working in tandem, symbolized by the relationship of the horse and rider. It is a symbol of symbiosis, of two separate entities coming together and hopefully creating a union that’s more beneficial to both, preferable to an existence of isolation and working by oneself to make it through the world. Partnerships are relationships that should serve both parties equally, and any partnerships that benefit only one side are not truly partnerships, but relationships where one party gives up more of itself to the benefit of the other party.
If you’ve ever worked with horses, you know that they are to be respected and treated with care; you know that a truly proper relationship with a horse is one of partnership,
not of dominance. If you’ve never worked with horses, you can still see this principle—or lack of principle—in the relationships around you. Imagine a horse and rider coming together. If the relationship is one of mutual respect, then both the horse and rider find themselves at their destination faster and with more precision than if they were on their own. Now, if the horse doesn’t respond to the rider or the rider abuses the horse, the principle of Ehwaz is out of balance and needs to be addressed; in this instance, the horse and rider should never have come together in the first place. Together, with mutual respect, the horse and rider are stronger.
Ehwaz reminds us about boundaries, of where they are drawn, and how we should be clear in setting our limits. This principle of right relation is seen in the Gebo rune, of
equal exchange. Those who bring Ehwaz energy into their lives are bringing the energy of Gebo and equal exchange into their lives as well. If there is a lack of equanimity, there is a lack of the right relationship.
Ehwaz heralds transformations and changes. There will be news and people will turn out to have a key role or will emerge from a crisis stronger, with new and more vital perspectives, and will become part of their lives. Ehwaz remembers that you need to be understanding of yourself and your mistakes, and proud of your successes.
To be successful you have to be very determined. Our potential is great, provided that we know how to value it by following the flow of events with courage and without remaining stationary or intimidated in the face of new challenges that life offers us. Our key task is to find our place in the world. Progress is made by placing one foot in front of the other. Another way to look at this rune is through the horse – a horse can change directions swiftly and with grace. What changes are you fighting?
No Responses