This symbol is combining two runes from the Futhark alphabet: Algiz which represents protection and victory and Isa which represents yourself, the identity, control, focus, but also challenge, self preservation. Symbol of victory and protection, Ægishjálmur was painted in blood on the forehead of warriors before battles, between their eyes, located where the Third Eyes is. However, the meaning and use of this symbol are quite different. Ægishjálmur or Helm of Awe is often mixed up with Vegvisir as they look a little bit alike. For those believing in magic powers such as the Norse Shamans, Vegvisir would guide your heart and your steps in making the right choices in your life, helping you to find your confidence back when you lost yourself and your faith. In general manners, it is also used as a talisman for luck, protection and blessings. Vikings used to go on raids a lot and sailing into the unknown was kind common, hence, most of the ships were decorated with Vegvisir to bring them fortune to find their way while protecting the seamen from storms. It is believed this symbol had the power to guide people wearing it to the right direction for those who lost their path. Vegvisir is a very powerful symbol in the Norse mythology. There are some people believing that the 8 branches represent the cardinal points (north, south, west, east, northwest, northeast, southwest, southeast) while others believe the 8 branches represent the 8 worlds of the Old Norse mythology and the center represents the 9th world, Midgard, the world of humans. This symbol has eight branches meeting in the center. The name itself means the “wayfinder”, “vegur” meaning way and “visir” meaning pointer. Vegvisir is a famous symbol you might have seen if you looked a little bit about Iceland and its folklore.
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