Keywords: Fire, inspiration, creativity, strength, revelations, passion, knowledge

Kenaz represents fire and the use of fire to provide light in darkness. This can be literal or metaphorical, as in shining a light on ignorance and burning it away. It is the rune of knowledge, teaching, and learning. Light, inspiration, and knowledge are often associated with one another, as in "gaining enlightenment" and "shedding light on the problem." To bring light is to make the invisible visible.

There is a downside to Kenaz as it can also mean an ulcer or wound. It can be a warning to beware of sources of heat or light or of physical danger. Take care against accidents, treat any illness or infirmity, and resolve your mental dilemmas.

You are coming into a new understanding of life and its meaning. New insights await, but don't be complacent. Use this new understanding or it will be worthless. Look for ways to use your insights for the good of yourself and others. Enlightenment can be replenished. The more you use, the more knowledge you gain. Enlightenment itself is not the goal. It is just the starting point of a great adventure that will show you great wisdom and understanding if you proceed with truth and honesty.

How to Use Kenaz

Kenaz represents fire and all of the symbolism that goes with it. Fire is often associated with passion, creativity, and strength. It represents providing light in darkness, both literally and metaphorically. In the metaphorical sense, it signifies shining light on ignorance, making Kenaz a rune of knowledge, teaching, and learning. As helpful as fire is, it can also be harmful if used unwisely.

Kenaz is a great rune to utilize if you are feeling like you are burnt out or in a slump. Perhaps you are a creative and feel that you can’t seem to find inspiration, or perhaps you are lacking the passion you typically have for the things that you enjoy. Carry Kenaz with you to help reinvigorate your creativity and passion or even make it a part of these activities. Kenaz may also be helpful to you if you are looking to uncover knowledge or have an “a-ha” moment about something. The knowledge that Kenaz can help to uncover is not typically book knowledge. More so, it is the knowledge that is uncovered through lived experiences. Carry Kenaz with you if you are hoping to gain knowledge and learn in this way. 

Handmade WitchRunes Pieces to Utilize the Energy of Kenaz

Use the Kenaz Norse Rune Pendant as a necklace, keychain, or other charm to carry the energies of Kenaz with you. You may also hang it in your altar space

Utilize Kenaz individually or in conjunction with the other 23 runes of the Elder Futhark with the Elder Futhark Norse Rune Set