Celtic Runes

Ogham: Celtic Tree Runes

The Ogham alphabet (sometimes called the "Celtic Tree Runes") is a system of writing that is connected to trees and nature. Each letter (or fid) corresponds to a tree or plant, which carries symbolic meaning. There are 20 original Ogham characters, each representing both a phonetic sound and the essence of a specific tree.

Here's a guide to the Ogham tree runes and pronunciations for a few of the major letters:

1. Beith (B) – Birch tree (pronounced bay or beth)

   • Represents new beginnings, purification, and renewal.

2. Luis (L) – Rowan tree (pronounced loo-ish)

   • Symbolizes protection, intuition, and higher consciousness.

3. Fearn (F) – Alder tree (pronounced far-n)

   • Associated with protection in battle, emotional strength, and endurance.

4. Saille (S) – Willow tree (pronounced sahl-ya)

   • Represents intuition, the feminine, and the flow of life’s energy.

5. Nuin (N) – Ash tree (pronounced noon)

   • Symbolizes interconnectedness, balance between earth and sky.

6. Duir (D) – Oak tree (pronounced doo-er)

   • Stands for strength, endurance, and steadfastness.