Sowilo is the 16th rune and corresponds to the letter “S”.
Sowilo, also known as “Sowild”, “Sugil”, “Sol”, “Sowelu”, “Sowulo”, “Sigel”, “Sig” or “sòl”, means “sun”, the sun wheel, crystallised light or life force. Sowilo represents the archetypal power of the sun, fire or lightning. This rune signifies success, honour, the connection between the higher self and the unconscious, the path and the goal, life force, health and favourable circumstances, harmony and fulfilment. It symbolises victory through an unshakeable belief in one’s own willpower and self-confidence. Sowilo is a sun rune. It serves as a reminder of the gifts, ancient knowledge and talents inherent in your soul.
“Where there is much light, there is also shadow.”
Message
“In your heart, a radiant sun touches you, loves you, and invites you to recognise life as radiant. You are an expression of the divine. Sit down on the riverbank and receive, from the golden boat, the pure gold of your uniqueness. Recognise the light within you; recognise your sacredness; everything is within you – everything that is, that was and that will be. You are you, rooted within yourself, and you are many, one with everything. The sun in your heart revolves, shines, pulsates and warms your body, your life, your steps and your life’s journey. Open the gate of your heart and let your sun shine.”
A positive outlook on life
This person shines, is successful and is able to put their strengths and talents to good use. They are centred, clear-minded and recognise the beauty and goodness within themselves and in life. They can use their abilities to live the life they want.
A distressing emotional state
The person feels as though they are doing everything – or at least a great deal – wrong. They also feel that they are not being understood. They feel tense and have the sense that they are unable to identify their life goals. This is accompanied by a great deal of sadness, powerlessness, resignation and despair.
Affirmations
“My primal power and my confidence are unfolding.”
“I am a radiant being and connected to myself.”
Correspondences
Archetype: inner child
Symbol: sun
Life number: 1
Trees: spruce, elm, juniper
Bach flower: Elm
Australian Bush flower: Illawarra
Gemstones: citrine, rock crystal, smoky quartz, ruby, diamond
Colour: orange
TCM element: fire
Planet: Mercury
Incense: elecampane root, lemongrass
Mudra: Mudra of the inner child
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