THE GOD TYR / JUSTICE · TYR'S AETT · FIRE

Tiwaz

Tiwaz, The God Tyr / Justice

Sound: TTEE-wahzProto-Germanic: *tīwaz

  • justice
  • sacrifice
  • courage

General

The energy of Tyr, the warrior god, is with you — the courage to fight for what is right, an honourable stance and a fair victory mark this time. Listening to your conscience in a hard decision will prove you right. Don't shy away from leading.

Love

Devotion, honesty and a fair balance come to the fore in your relationship. You face difficulties together, bravely — not an easy partnership, but a deeply valuable one. Standing behind your word will strengthen trust.

Career

You may be proven right in a legal matter, or your honest leadership may be recognised at work. Your disciplined effort will bring far more lasting success than shortcuts ever could.

  • injustice
  • loss of courage
  • defeat

General

You may feel you have been treated unfairly, or be unable to find the courage to keep up a fight. Your discipline may have been shaken. But before giving up, ask yourself whether you are truly tired or just afraid.

Love

There may be an uneven balance of power or a sense of unfairness in your relationship. Doubts about loyalty may surface. Facing problems bravely instead of running from them improves your chances of saving the relationship.

Career

There is a risk of an unfair outcome in a legal matter. Your motivation and resolve at work may have weakened. Rather than retreating now, focus on regaining discipline in small steps.

Practical Tip

Believed to bring courage and resolve to struggles that end fairly and quickly, especially legal ones.

Rune Poem

In the Old English poem it is a guiding star that never strays above the night mists and keeps its faith.

History and Myth

Directly tied to Týr, god of justice and sacrifice; the third aett bears his name.

Inner Life

Unshakable will; standing behind what you know is right.

Shadow Side

Rigid rule-keeping; blind loyalty.

MODERN INTERPRETATION

Harmony and Tension

Makes a balanced strength with Berkano; has no patience for twisted words.

MODERN INTERPRETATION

In Talismans

Used in talismans for courage, justice and victory.

QUESTION FOR THE DAY

Am I fighting fairly for what I believe in?