Rune 6 of 24 · Freyr's Aett

Kenaz

Torch, fire.

Upright

Illumination and craft. Knowledge that can be applied — the controlled fire of the forge rather than the wildfire.

Reversed

The light going out. Loss of clarity, creative block, or a skill neglected.

Position in the row6 of 24
AettFreyr's Aett
SoundK
Literal meaningTorch, fire
ElementFire
Can be reversedYes

Kenaz is the 6th rune of the Elder Futhark and belongs to Freyr's Aett. Before it meant anything divinatory it was a letter, carrying the K sound.