As I have already posted a couple of the bindrunes I've made recently, I thought it might be a good idea to give a lesson on building a bindrune. This can also apply to making one's own sigil or other purpose. A bindrune is a combining of letters or symbols (usually from an ancient or magickal alphabet) for the express purpose of manifesting a desired action such as protection, money, employment, basically anything you need or want. Although I would definitely put needs above wants. You're more likely to have a greater success rate.
Something to consider when making a bindrune is to consider the culture from which the alphabet letter or symbols come from. I prefer the Elder Futhark Runes. Some use the Theban or Witch's Alphabet. Others may use the Hebrew or any number of ancient alphabet symbols. As I use the Elder Futhark I'll base my explanation on it.
The Norse were a strong, powerful, honor-driven, society. There was no room for weakness. Weakness brought potential harm or death to themselves and/or the village itself. It was a kill or be killed environment. Using even this simplistic description it then becomes quite obvious that the Nordic runes are not meant for works that need a "soft" touch. These runes bring with them a very powerful punch (think Thor here with his mighty hammer!)
For comparison, the Hebrew alphabet used in works do not hold the same energy. It is a much older alphabet, from a society that has consistently throughout its history been that of slaves or the oppressed; their family & ancestral ties are incredibly strong, and they are historically, the world's monetary exchange! Based on this information then, the Hebrew alphabet bindrunes would be best used for monetary/employment works, works regarding family dynamics, ancestral contact, as well as removing obstacles.
This is not to say that the same cannot be used for any of the various ancient alphabets & symbols, only that the historical energies behind them bring different types and levels of energy. You just have to know what you're wanting, find the alphabet with the energies you want and use them. As I said previously, I prefer the Elder Futhark Runes. They are a part of my ancestral background. And I use them for any situation. But what I'm saying is that if you're not drawn to any one ancient alphabet in particular, then use the energies of the one best suited to your need. And of course, a little historical research will be in order if you don't already know at least something about the culture or source of your chosen alphabet.
Now to build a bindrune. The following is a part of the lesson I teach on Seals, Sigils & Bindrunes at Midnight Blue Pagan Study Center.
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Making a Bindrune
Every
Rune has its own meaning (because it is also a form of written
language), intent and energy. By combining certain chosen Runes for
their specific energies you can design a Bindrune that will contain
considerable powers towards its purpose, whether manifestation of
something, protection of its bearer, or healing, or whatever it was you
designed it for.
Find the Runes you need. For our
example we will design a Bindrune for personal protection. The powers of
the Runes are most affective when used in a relative sequence of
starting Rune, beginning Rune, central Runes, and the two Runes for
sealing the energies.
There
are two consensus regarding whether to use all the Runes that would
apply to your need or only just a few. The first holds to the belief
that the Bindrune then holds the energies of anything that could apply
to the intent of the Bindrune being designed. The latter opinion is that
it will be easier to remember the Runes that went into making the
Bindrune.
I,
personally, believe in using all that would apply. The reason being
that each of the Runes do then attach their energies and powers to the
Bindrune, and these energies coalesce into one. Which is the reason for
using a Bindrune in the first place. Also, the point regarding too many
Runes being hard to remember is a ridiculous argument, because the
reason for making a Bindrune is to have a “new” Rune to work with that
is all yours. So all you have to remember is the new Rune, not all those
that went into making it!
With that said, let’s make a Protection Bindrune using the following Runes:
Wyrd
- Blank rune is the starting Rune, which is placed before the
“official” first rune, Fehu, because it is energy at its most basic and
must be programmed & controlled by the subsequent Runes. This Rune,
since it is blank, has the square as its shape due to its relationship
to all four directions and the four elements. This square is then what
surrounds, or frames, the Bindrune formed by the other Runes.
Fehu should
always be the “official” first Rune in the sequence because it is used
to expedite any circumstance or situation and to send magickal power to
strengthen surrounding Runes toward the desired result.
Thurisaz is
the next in the sequence due to its wielding of the powers of
destruction or self-defense. It is power directed by the sheer force of
your will.
Kaunaz Rune protects your valuables and anything you place this Rune on. It also banishes any negative energies coming at you.
Algiz is
another Rune for the purpose of protection because it is the “Hero’s
Rune” to protect & defend yourself, loved ones and your possessions.
It also repels danger, theft & destructive energies and banishes
& diminishes the power of those wishing ill-will toward you.
Berkano provides protection from an emotional level directed from yourself to what ever the need may be.
Wunjo should
be used as the next to the last Rune to ensure a successful and happy
ending to be manifested. This Rune harmonizes & channels energies
toward clearly specified intents.
Ing Binds,
fixes, and holds the desired outcome in any situation. It keeps the
powers from diminishing in the magickal works you’ve done and prevents
you from losing, or being stolen from, that which you’ve worked for.
For ease of being able to see what I’ve done, each Rune is a different color.

Image 2: Blank Rune

Image 3: Fehu Rune

Image 4: Thurisaz Rune

Image 5: Kaunaz Rune

Image 6: Algiz Rune

Image 7: Berkano Rune

Image 8: Wunjo Rune

Image 9: Ing Rune
To
come to the arrangement I like, after trying several that I didn’t, the
following is how each of the Runes were arranged and adjusted. I made
sure to place each in order, so as to keep the continuity of the
energies flowing properly.

Image 10: Blank Rune

Image 11: Fehu adjusted

Image 12: Thurisaz adjusted

Image 13: Kaunaz adjusted

Image 14: Algiz adjusted

Image 15: Berkano adjusted

Image 16: Wunjo adjusted

Image 17: Ing unchanged
And this is the final result:

Image 18: Completed Protection Bindrune - colors showing overlaying of each

Image 19: Completed Protection Bindrune
So,
now you know how to go about making a Bindrune of your own. The steps
are easy, follow them and you’ll have a Bindrune that is specific to you
and your needs and holds your powers combined with those of your chosen
Runes.
To review:
1) Review the Runes and their meanings
2) Choose the Runes you’ll use
3) Remember to always use the Blank Rune as your framework around the others
4)
Remember to always use the Wunjo & Ing Runes as the final two Runes
so you seal in and insure the success of your Bindrune
Copyright 2010, Granny Tackett
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