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Thurisaz
- Literal meaning
- giant, thorn
- Associated concepts
- defence · conflict · threshold
- Ætt
- Freyr's ætt
Thurisaz means both 'giant' and 'thorn': a dangerous force that wounds if handled carelessly. It's linked to Thor and his hammer — violent protection against a greater threat. It's the rune of the defensive that can just as easily turn destructive, depending on who wields it.