Othila

Also called Othel or Ethel
Letter: O
Old Norse name: none
Flower: snowdrop
Number: 7
Meaning: A Possession
Divinatory Meaning: Focus and freedom. Focus your thoughts to allow your dreams to become a reality. Othila is a rune into which energy can be concentrated. Although Othila means possession it is meant in context of holding rather than owning. Focus your energies on a concept and then wait, allow other energies to be attracted to that concept rather than trying to force things to happen. To truly possess something we first have to learn to let go of it. To experience the beauty of the jewel we need to hold it to the light not clasp it tightly in our hand. The message then is to concentrate your energies but avoid overt control to achieve your aims and objectives.
Herb: Clover
Tree: Hawthorn
Gemstone: Ruby: strengthens the heart at every level especially emotionally, focuses the ability to love, provides an energy boost and increases personal courage and confidence. It is also a preserver that provides emotional and physical stability. Precious crystal for the first half Scorpio.
Chakra: Base / Heart
Colour: Red
Crystal System: Triagonal
Hardness: 9
Toxic (aluminium)