Runes are symbols that originated among Germanic, Norse and Scandinavian peoples. The word rune is derived from the Old Norse runar, or "mystery," and the Gothic word runa, meaning "secret." Today, as in the past, the small stone sets are often used for divination purposes and can be easily purchased on the internet, inscribed on gemstones such as amethyst, red jasper, tiger's eye, rose quartz and many more. By studying the history of the Viking Runes and how they were created, we hope to find a new “moral compass” that will lead us toward a brighter future.