In the second session of “The Origin of the Nordic Magical Runes,” Carl Abrahamsson delves into Sigurd Agrell’s Uthark theory, which proposes a reordering of the Elder Futhark runes for magical purposes. Agrell suggests that traditional rune sequences are incorrect, positing that the correct order should start with the U rune (Ur) instead of the F rune (Feh). This reordering allegedly aligns with a more logical magical progression, moving from primal force to material manifestation, thus portraying the runes as a complete system of spiritual development rather than a mere alphabet.
Agrell’s work stems from a deep investigation into the connections between the graphic similarities of the Elder Futhark and Mediterranean alphabets, including their numerical uses and magical applications. His theories highlight a historical interplay of cultural influences and a shared mystical understanding, suggesting that the runes were embedded with numerical magic akin to that of the Greeks and Romans.
