Othala (ᛟ), also known as ēðel and odal, is a rune that represents the o and œ phonemes in the Elder Futhark and the Anglo-Saxon Futhorc writing systems respectively. Its name is derived from the reconstructed Proto-Germanic * ōþala- "heritage; inheritance, inherited estate".

2023年2月23日 · The Odal, or Othala rune, is one of the oldest and most widely used runes in most ancient Norse, Germanic, and Anglo-Saxon cultures. In the Elder Futhark (i.e. the oldest form of the runic alphabets), it was used to represent the “ o” sound.

The Odal rune commonly represents strong traditions or the solidification of new values. It often references the ideals of hope, family, diligence, safety and benediction. If the rune is accompanied by Fehu, a rune of Younger Futhark, it will usually refer to the material world.

The odal rune symbol, also known as the Othala rune, represented the concept of “odal” or “heritage” in Norse culture. It was associated with the idea of owning and passing down ancestral lands from one generation to another.

The Othala Rune, an ancient symbol with deep roots in Norse mythology and Viking history, has captivated scholars and enthusiasts alike for centuries. This rune, with its intricate design and profound symbolism, offers a window into the beliefs, values, and traditions of our ancestors.

Following World War II, white supremacists in Europe, North America, and elsewhere began using the othala rune. Today, it is commonly seen in tattoo form, on flags or banners, as part of group logos, and elsewhere.

2023年8月9日 · The Odal Rune, also known as the Othala Rune, is an ancient symbol that has its roots in Germanic and Nordic cultures. It is believed to be one of the oldest runic symbols, dating back to the Viking Age and possibly even earlier.

2022年10月17日 · The odal rune is such a case: the o sound in the Anglo-Saxon system is now expressed by ōs ᚩ, a derivation of the old Ansuz rune; the odal rune is now known as ēðel (with umlaut due to the form ōþila-) and is used to express an œ sound, but is attested only rarely in epigraphy (outside of simply appearing in a futhark row). Epigraphical ...

(ᛟ) Odal rune (also known as Othala or Ottala) is the (24th) twenty-fourth rune of the Elder Futhark, an ancient runic alphabet from Northern Europe. This rune is associated with heritage, ancestry, and property, and it embodies themes related to home, family, and cultural identity.

2023年11月7日 · The Othala rune is a symbol of heritage, but its meaning goes beyond the literal concept of property. It represents the connection to our ancestors, our roots, and our past. In the context of the Proto-Germanic language, the term ‘ōþalą’ or ‘heritage’ likely referred to the ancestral property passed down through generations.