Raidho

Wagon, Journey, Ride

Movement, momentum, rhythm, being in control, adventure, leadership, travel, movement, cosmic cyclical law, journey, ritual, being active and taking action

Raidho ("Ride-ho") (or Raido) is a symbol for movement and momentum. It refers literally to the act of riding. The rune itself embodies rhythm and dance and the power that keeps us going forward. Physical movement can take us to new places, but the inner movement leads to equally great growth. Raidho on a deeper level symbolizes the journey of life itself.

There is a great emphasis in exploring the world and venturing out in the Northern Tradition. By taking risks and striking out we expand the field of possibilities that lie before us.

Raidho is the force according to natural laws in which taking the right road will lead you to the right result. It is the rune of leading by example and of actions that speak louder than words.

This rune brings presence and awareness to this very moment and will expose hidden dangers in your path. So no strange place or new circumstance can sneak up on you during your adventures.

Raidho announces great progress. It will take you through any obstacle and it will happen with great skill. You will advance in your social cycle and will evolve for the better.

Raidho foretells fluidity, change and risk-taking. It’s the right time for action and listening to your instincts.

This rune indicates that everything moves at a fast pace towards an ideal relationship.

Raidho indicates good health and fast evolution and progress. A quick but longlasting recovery, resistance and energy.

Raidho foretells that an actual journey is likely to happen. This journey will likely be successful and will lead to important changes.

New experiences, knowledge and insights await us over the horizon, and they will shape the course of our lives and who we will become.

Raidho pushes you to extend yourself into the world of action, even if it means going outside your comfort zone. Take the initiative and stay in charge of situations. It also helps you recognize the direction in which your daily life pulls you, triggering the compass within you.

Obstacles, setbacks, wrong paths, isolation, lack of movement, stagnation, failure to move on, missed deadlines

Raidho inverted personifies obstacles and setbacks in your path, as well as a lack of movement.

You may be finding yourself in a procrastinative phase, or denial to move forward or move on through a situation. It is time for you to set aside any fears or insecurities and take action. Failure to move on will prevent your growth and evolvement.

Focus on personal improvement rather than big plans as Raidho in reverse position can indicate delays and wrong paths.

New investments, risk-taking and radical decisions are not advised when Raidho is in reverse. It is rather a time to show patience and reach out to existing opportunities.

Some journeys may be just a small detour off your path. Some may be unpleasant, but they only make you stronger and bring you closer to who you are meant to be.

Raidho inverted can also signify an unpleasant or unexpected meeting or visit.