runework

English

Etymology

rune +‎ work

Noun

runework (uncountable)

1. The use of runes for esoteric purposes.
   • 1989, Edred Thorsson, A Handbook of Esoteric Runology, page xv:

     In the magical realms, runework is used for personal transformation, building wider consciousness, psychic development, healing, investigation of Wyrd, and shaping the environment according to the inner will.

   • 1995, Timothy Miller, America's Alternative Religions, page 342:

     Often some form of divination, astrology, tarot, or runework will accompany the ritual as sign or communication from the powers invoked as to the probable outcome of the rite.