Othala is the 24th rune and corresponds to the letter “O”.
Othala, also known as “Othil”, “Othel”, “Othila”, “Ethel”, “Othal”, “òpalan”, “od” or “oudil”, means “good”, “heritage”, “homeland”, as well as inherited property, family and clan. This rune represents innate qualities or the spiritual power of the ancestors, sacred traditions, freedom, prosperity, one’s homeland and ancestral legacy. It is not a symbol of rigidity, but of flow.
“Make peace with life and make your dreams come true.”
The message of the Othala rune
“Welcome home; this is where you belong. Your home is in your heart. Othala allows you to reach your innermost self. Othala now acts as a companion in your life. Your ancestors bless your path; you are rooted in these ancestral lines. Reconcile yourself with them, embrace what they have left you, and increase your inner and outer wealth. The past is now being washed over by a wave of light – a wave of healing, strength and vitality. Othala invites you to reconcile with your past. No one is to blame. Everything is fine just as it is; everything has its purpose and its time. You have all the time in the world to manifest your vision. Feel free, rooted within yourself. Realise that your home is within you; let your ancestors rest. Recognise the home of your ancestors and, from there, move towards the sunrise into your own home.”
A positive outlook on life
Othala signifies reconciliation with one’s own ancestral line and enables a connection with the potential of one’s ancestors. Once a person is reconciled with their ancestors, they can fully realise their potential, as they are able to embrace the positive qualities passed down from their ancestors. This also includes those aspects they have inherited in terms of abilities and talents. They can live out their individuality. The person feels at peace with the past and can make a fresh start.
A distressing emotional state
People tend to blame their present-day problems on their ancestors, others or their fellow human beings. They often feel disadvantaged by life because they were born into a particular family system or because they have a particular life story.
Affirmations
“I recognise the joy and abundance in my life.”
“I am completely whole on every level.”
“I am letting go of the old and am fully rooted in the new.”
“My ancestors bless my life’s journey.”
Correspondences
Archetype: The King
Symbols: a radiant sun or gold coins
Life numbers: 1, 2, 11/2 and 8
Trees: elm, ash, gorse
Bach flower: Rock Water
Australian Bush flower: Boab
Gemstones: chalcedony, sugilite, kunzite, amethyst
Colours: gold, yellow, white
TCM element: Earth
Planet: Earth
Incense: angelica root, myrrh, frankincense
Mudra: Mudra of the old master
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