š(š)

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Unicode: U+154
Number: 0
Translit: š
Language: pl
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Description:

The symbol š is known as the "Od" or "Odal" rune, derived from the runic alphabet used by ancient Germanic peoples, particularly the Norse. Its linguistic origin dates back to the 2nd to 8th centuries AD. In esoteric and spiritual contexts, the Odal rune is associated with heritage, inheritance, and ancestral lands. It symbolizes ancestral spiritual power, kinship, and connection to one's roots. In some interpretations, it represents the concept of home, belonging, and the ties that bind individuals to their family and community. Throughout history, the Odal rune has been used in various traditions such as Norse paganism, Germanic mysticism, and modern Norse neopaganism. It is sometimes employed in protective or talismanic rituals to invoke ancestral protection or to establish a connection with one's lineage and cultural identity. In modern times, the Odal rune has also been appropriated by some white supremacist groups, tarnishing its original symbolism of heritage and kinship.