Wolf hook meaning. "Wolf hook" uniting the nation

Wolfsangel - Wolf Hook.
Rune or ligature? Defense or attack?

Wolfsangel (Wolf Hook) was originally a pagan amulet symbol that protected its owner from the machinations of “dark forces” and gave power over the werewolf. Subsequently, it became one of the extra-alphabetic symbols of the ancient Germanic alphabet, and was used in two versions of the horizontal style: Wolfsanker - Wolf Anchor and Wolfshaken - Wolf Hook.


In medieval heraldry it meant “wolf trap” - reliable protection. It is still used in heraldry and is present on the coats of arms of a number of cities. Also used in Nazi and neo-Nazi symbols. At the same time, in various heraldry and symbolism, Wolfsangel was and continues to be used in various and very numerous interpretations and stylizations (horizontal, mirror, double, mirror-horizontal, etc., etc.), but this has nothing to do with runes .

The name Wolfsangel itself appeared in the late Middle Ages for the now familiar vertical version of the sign and literally meant “Wolf Loop” when translated from German. But the name Wolf Hook remained behind this rune.

IN runic magic The horizontal version of the Wolf Hook is rarely used. Basically we are dealing with the "classic" vertical variant of the extra-alphabetic rune Wolfsangel and the second often used variant of this rune is, in fact, a ligature consisting of the Eihwaz and Nautiz runes, which is sometimes written not as a "rune", but as a "Wolf ligature" Hook"". Externally, they differ only in the slope of the transverse line. Therefore, probably, few practitioners make a distinction by using the Wolfsangel rune in one or another version of the outline, but in vain!..

In most sources, as I already said, no difference is made between the rune and the script, and their differentiation is not even casually carried out. Both options, in most cases, are simply indiscriminately called “Wolf Hook” and are positioned as a “rune of active defense.”

But the fact is that for the two versions of the Wolf Hook there are very serious differences in the energies contained in them, and in the consequences of their use. And, “not knowing the ford,” these consequences, I dare to assure you, can sometimes be literally catastrophic for an inept operator who does not make a difference between the options!

So let's find out.

The directly non-alphabetic ancient Germanic rune Wolfsangel is indeed initially protective. But: here you must also keep in mind the aspect that this is not just protection - it, based on its sacred magical meaning, is also a trap, a bait. That is, this is a defense that first attracts the enemy to you, and only then catches him in a trap and neutralizes him.

Thus, it can be unequivocally stated that this is not so much a rune of protection as a rune of a preliminary (preemptive) attack. This is the same wolf trap, or, to put it more clearly, an energized barbed wire, with all that it entails. Carrying it on yourself is pointless and unsafe.

This begs the question of the appropriateness of using this rune as personal protection. Obviously, this, in my opinion, is unjustified - after all, there are many options for defenses that are much more clear-cut. And Wolfsangel as a personal protection is suitable only, perhaps, for extreme sports enthusiasts who love to tickle their nerves.

However, I must make a reservation, I personally quite often use Wolfsangel when setting up personal protections for clients, but only and exclusively as part of complex graphic bets, with the obligatory hex separation of the Wolf Hook from the personal space of the protection bearer. It's like at a distance.

You can also successfully use Wolfsangel to protect a house, cottage, or other object, but according to the same principle - placing “traps” at a distance: physically or better graphically.

So, it is still possible to use the Wolfsangel rune as protection, but not as active protection, but only for setting up defensive protection at a distance. There is no talk of any active personal protection.

Thus, to summarize, I sincerely do not recommend using the Wolfsangel rune as personal protection for yourself or your clients!

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But if the Wolfsangel itself - the Wolf Hook - can still somehow be used for protection, subject to certain conditions that I wrote about above, then its “brother” - the Wolf Hook ligature cannot be used for your protection categorically!

The fact is that the Wolf Hook ligature is a rune of direct and unconditional action, like Thurisaz. Your commands and slander are just for her information. As soon as you launch it into action, it must begin it, fulfilling its inner purpose, regardless of faces. And the only object that is available to her in this case (if you unknowingly put her in your “defense”) is you yourself, with all the consequences... In addition, this connection contains colossal energy, rushing out in search of release. The elm is very strong, ancient and working.

I’ll say right away: if becoming seriously activated with this ligature, it acts quickly, powerfully and causes very serious damage on the physical, energetic, and sometimes astral plane, literally piercing all the spheres of the unlucky operator who used it in his defense. The consequences of this can be very disastrous, I won’t go into details. The resulting impact (even if it can be detected) takes a long time to neutralize and is not completely reversible.

Therefore, be extremely careful and careful!

This ligature can be used only and exclusively for combat purposes, and in the presence of a specific attack and a specific enemy. And applied only to his image or other medium of his data with a specifically stated intention. Visualization is also quite acceptable and effective. Further, the ligature already works in the object that you are acting on, and already along it there is a flow of energy corresponding to the runes, which is far from positive. This elm very quickly neutralizes the object, removes it from the path, removing the existing threat.

You need to activate the Wolf Hook ligature only by ritual or by the Elements, without allowing the use of your own breath, not to mention blood.

As they say, forewarned is forearmed.

I am often asked why the emblem of Ukrainian nationalists resembles the emblem of the 2nd SS Panzer Division “Das Reich”? So often that I even had to find the time to write about it.

We are talking about “Wolf Hook” (“Wolfsangel”). This is an ancient runic symbol that has no alphabetical meaning. Its exact origin is still unknown, the most common version claims that it supposedly comes from one of the medieval methods of hunting wolves: a metal double-sided hook was attached to a tree, a piece of meat was hung on the hook, as soon as the wolf ate the meat, it was “hooked” . Not a particularly humane way, modern “greens” will say. That was the time then, we will answer them.

The symbolic meaning of "Wolfsangel" is very different. First of all, the horizontal “wolf hook” symbolizes fettering the enemy’s movements, capturing him and, thanks to this, ensuring one’s own freedom. According to some sources, “Wolfsangel” in a horizontal position also symbolizes a werewolf (werewolf). The vertical "Hook" most often stands for "Thunderclap" (very similar indeed).

It is clear that such a spectacular symbol could not fail to be found practical application during the spread of amulets and the search for double “mythical” meaning. In the Middle Ages, the Wolfsangel symbol was used as an amulet to protect against wolves. In the 15th century, the "Hook" was one of the emblems of the Peasants' War in Germany. Along with this, it has become a frequent heraldic symbol.

In the Third Reich, Wolfsangel was quite widely used in military symbols. First of all, in the SS troops - it is known as the emblem of the legendary 2nd SS Panzer Division "Das Reich" (). Less known is that variations of the "Hook" were the emblems of the 4th SS Panzer-Grenadier Police Division and the 34th SS Volunteer Grenadier Division "Landstorm Netherlands", formed from Dutch volunteers.

In addition to the SS troops, the Wolfsangel was also used by the ground forces - in one form or another, its image was the emblem of the Feldherrnhalle tank corps, the 19th Panzer Division and some other units. That is, this symbol was not purely SS, as is commonly believed.

Ukrainian version: "Idea of ​​a Nation"

After the war, the Wolfsangel was not banned, unlike the swastika, and its variations were used by many European nationalist organizations. Ukrainian nationalists also did not pass by. The stylized “Wolfsangel” was the symbol of the Social National Party of Ukraine (SNPU). In the symbolism of Ukrainian nationalists, “Hook” stands for “Idea of ​​a Nation” (the letters I and N superimposed on one another). According to personal information from one confidential source, the author of this idea is the current head of the National Security and Defense Council Parubiy; this happened in 1996. At the moment, “Wolf Hook” is also a symbol of the right-wing radical organization “Patriot of Ukraine” and is used in the symbolism of the All-Union Organization “Svoboda” and a number of other national organizations and groups.

Personally, I don’t see anything seditious in the use of this symbol, especially since the symbolism of Ukrainian nationalists can be interpreted in different ways. Firstly, it is older than Kievan Rus. Secondly, it is completely legal and is still widely used in heraldry; in one variation or another, the “Hook” is present on the coats of arms of many German cities.

In addition, its main meaning - ensuring one’s own freedom at the cost of constraining the actions of the enemy (but not destroying him) is perfectly suited for use in the symbolism of organizations that prefer action rather than talking shops. And the fact that the “liberal public” and the primitive electorate shouts about its supposedly fascist significance is solely due to the lack of education level of this public and electorate.

Wolf hook or wolf hook.

(The source of the article has been lost)

The rune “Wolfsangel” has two graphic designs, horizontal “Wolfsangel” and vertical. They usually say that the position of the rune does not matter, but this is not entirely true, these are two completely different signs in meaning, although they are united by one name “Wolfsangel”. Here are two options:

The mark is known (in Europe) as the "wolf hook" or "Doppelhaken". In the vertical version it is also known as “lightning strike” (Donnerkeil), in the horizontal version, the sign is called “werewolf”.

The term Wolfsangel is often used to describe two different heraldic symbols. It is not entirely correct to combine the signs with the same name, since despite their similar shape, they have completely different meanings (German: Mauerhaken or Doppelhaken - wall hook and double hook (for hunting)), and it is also not entirely correct to call both runes the word wolftrap, since the runes are called dumb. Wolfsanker and Wolfshaken, that is, Wolf Anchor and Wolf Hook.

The name Wolfsangel itself appears in 1714 in the heraldic manual, Wapenkunst, which describes various types of symbols:

"Wolffs-Angel, Franz. hamecon, lat. lat. uncus quo lupi capiuntur, - in the shape of a crescent and is most often found in a ring; with this sign they catch (subdue) wolves.”

The above quote refers to the horizontal form of the sign.

The sign was used to tame wolves, to subdue wolves, to catch them, but not to protect them from them, based on the meaning from this source. If we take into account earlier sources, then the signs actually form different parts of a single whole, but they themselves are different. The horizontal Wolfsangel is a weapon that was used to catch wolves, and the vertical Wolfsangel is a part of this weapon, the hook on which the bait (meat) was put. The coat of arms was only the vertical Wolfsangel of the von Stein family, the sign was not a fencing sign, it was just a bait. And the horizontal sign was a weapon in general.

But this version may well not be the original one; in even earlier sources the sign is described as “construction”; it repeats the shape of a 13th century construction tool and meant iron or working with iron. smile

I don’t see the point of drawing it on myself, to be honest, it’s not a protective sign, it’s a bait, a trap, it can be a weapon, but it depends on a specific situation or person, besides, if we assume that it’s a weapon, then what’s the point of putting it on yourself, then It’s better in a photo of a person; in principle, of course, you can apply it to yourself, but only if there is a specific object to which the action will be directed. If we take into account the “construction” meaning of the sign, then it makes sense to make a talisman, for example, to develop some situation, but in general the sign is more of a trap and a weapon.

Sharp, dynamic, swastika-like. Broken like Lightning. A sign under the name of the Wolf Man. Werewolf. Werewolf. Sign of Defense and Attack.

Wolfsangel is an ancient runic sign whose roots go back to the deep pre-Christian times of old Europe.

It seems that graphically the shape of the Wolf Hook imitates an ancient tool for catching wolves. In the old days, especially in winter, this hunting hook was hung on a tree with a piece of meat, which lured hungry wolves into a pre-prepared trap - a kind of “air” trap. The animal was caught on a sharp hook that pierced its mouth, causing it to hang helplessly until the hunter arrived. It is very likely that it was this object that gave the name to this ancient symbol.

Ground traps (Fussangel) were also called Wolfsangel. These were sharp wooden or iron stakes, hooks, pins, which were hidden in the grass, protecting their territory, property, livestock and even the walls of the castle, both from predatory forest animals and from the advancing enemy army.

It was the protective, protective properties of the Wolf Hook that came into use in the medieval heraldic symbolism of Europe. Wolfsangel became a symbol of the fence, independence. He appeared on the shields of many noble noble families(amulet from all evil, valor in hunting, defense of territories, independence), on the coats of arms of free cities (Bornheim, Wolfsheim, Wolfschlugen, etc.), as a sign of skilled craftsmen (freedom in creation) and even under another name - Wall Anchors - found as an object of architectural decoration in medieval buildings. It is because of the representation of Liberty and Freedom that since the 14th century, the Wolf Hook has been used to mark border posts and stones.

In the 15th century, the Wolfsangel became the emblem of the townspeople who fought against the mercenaries of the German princes. During the Thirty Years' War, Wolfsangel became known as the "Sign of Arbitrariness."

The Wolf Hook symbol is also seen on the German dagger of the secret people's court - Vehmgericht.

The secret people's courts of Wemgericht appeared in Westphalia at the end of the 12th century, soon spread throughout all German lands, and finally disappeared only in 1811. The purpose of this secret organization was to hold trials and carry out sentences according to old German law, in defiance of the local jurisdiction of the ruling land princes, who were reluctant, and sometimes completely unwilling, to submit to the central authority of the Holy Roman Emperor.

Vehinic laws may have originated even before the Carolingians and even academic historians admit that the Vehmgerichts originated from local courts of pre-Christian times. These illegal but effective tribunals of Old Germanic honor were especially evident in the 15th century, but due to the hostile efforts of independent feudal lords, from the 16th century they gradually began to lose their invisible but very strong influence.

As mentioned above, on Wemgericht’s dagger there was a symbol similar to the Wolf Hook, in which the famous Austrian mystic Guido von List saw the transliteration of the double Sig rune, corresponding to the two Swastikas - the Sun Ray and the Lightning. Wolfsangel is also directly similar to the eighteenth rune of the Armanic series - Gibor. This implies that the Wolf Hook - a symbol of freedom, independence and amulet, as it were, masked the sacred Armanistic wisdom, Swastika, Light, Sun, Order.

It is here that we come to the esotericism of Wolfsangel. Firstly, it is Divine Protection and a sign of Victory for the sake of Freedom - physical and spiritual. According to some sources, this sign is closely related to the annual cycle in which the Solar Scythe kills the winter wolf Isegrimm (eisgrimme - winter cold). Also, this is a Sign that gives superiority and protects the Werewolf - the Werewolf from the dark forces, which can symbolize the Manwolf himself - the Werewolf.

If you look at the sign purely from a graphical point of view, it is similar to the Latin letter Z, where two opposite poles, connecting in the middle, then seem to turn away from each other into mirror image. Two manifestations of the world are united in one with the Gate of Transition through the Middle. (Note: Many European myths tell us that to become a Werewolf, a person needs to go through a conditional Gate - be it an arch of intertwined branches, be it an old root going out, be it a stump, be it a dark hole - the person goes there human, but emerges in a new world, in a new spiritual and physical appearance). Physical and metaphysical. Spirit and matter. Nav and Yav.

Wolfsangel is also similar to the Eyvaz rune, which symbolizes the sacred Tree of Yggdrasil, its Worlds, and walking through them. Therefore, the Wolf, as a symbol of Liberty, Loneliness in Search, Gluttony in the search for prey, takes on a new meaning. A Werewolf is like a Man with the Spiritual Qualities of a Wolf. Wolfsangel is his Shield and Sword - Defense and Attack. This is his fence, independence, liberties, a weapon applicable both to defense and attack. That is why this old Aryan sign of the Wolf Hook was displayed on military equipment, buttonholes and sleeve insignia of the SS troops: 2nd SS Panzer Division "Das Reich", 4th SS Police Mechanized Infantry Division, 8th Armored Regiment, 34th Dutch SS Division, Hitler Youth.

That is why the leader of the English fascists Oswald Mosley chose it as the emblem of his movement (Lightning Arrow). But not only him, but also a number of organizations during the Third Reich and after. For example, the Nationaal-Socialistische Beweging (NSB, National Socialist Movement) was the most influential nationalist party in Holland from 1931 to 1945, which wanted to unite Flanders and the Netherlands, becoming the second leader in Europe after Germany. Wolfsangel served as a symbol of the post-war German resistance organization "Werwolf" (Werewolf).

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The two Zig runes formed the name of our SS. The death's head, the swastika and the Hagal rune demonstrate unshakable confidence in the final victory of our philosophy.
G. Himmler

"...The great gods - Odin, Ve and Willi carved a man from an ash tree and a woman from a willow. The eldest of Bor's children, Odin, breathed soul into people and gave life. To give them new knowledge, Odin went to Utgard, the Land of Evil , to the World Tree. There he tore out his eye and sacrificed it, but this seemed not enough to the Guardians of the Tree. Then he gave his life - he decided to die in order to be resurrected. For nine days he hung on a branch, pierced by a spear. Each of the eight nights of Initiation revealed to him new secrets of existence. On the ninth morning, Odin saw rune-letters inscribed on the stone under him. His mother's father, the giant Belthorn, taught him to cut and paint runes, and the World Tree began to be called from then on - Yggdrasil..."

This is how the Snorrian Edda (1222-1225) talks about the acquisition of runes by the ancient Germans, perhaps the only complete overview of the heroic epic of the ancient Germans, based on legends, prophecies, spells, sayings, cult and religious rites Germanic tribes. In the Edda, Odin was revered as the god of war and the patron of the dead heroes of Valhalla. He was considered a magician and necromancer.

Runes and runic letters are signs of the ancient Germanic alphabet, carved on stone, metal and bone, and became widespread mainly in Northern Europe. Each rune had a name and a magical meaning that went beyond purely linguistic boundaries. The design and composition changed over time and acquired magical significance in Teutonic astrology.

It is quite natural that Heinrich Himmler, who from a young age showed an increased interest in the spiritual world of the “Nordic ancestors” and sincerely considered himself the reincarnation of the founder of the First Reich, Heinrich Ptitselov, who was elected king of all Germans in 919, could not ignore the “Aryan heritage”, which fits perfectly into his worldview. According to the Reichsführer SS, runes were to play a special role in the symbolism of the SS: on his personal initiative, within the framework of the Ahnenerbe program - the Society for the Study and Dissemination of the Cultural Heritage of Ancestors - the Institute of Runic Writing was established.

Until 1939, all members of the SS Apparatus studied the meanings of runes as part of their general training course. Until 1945, 14 runes were actively used in the SS, but already in 1940, the mandatory study of runes was canceled, which gave the runes even more mystery.

The swastika is one of the oldest ideographic symbols. The name comes from a two-syllable Sanskrit word meaning “well-being.” It is a regular equilateral cross with the ends “broken” at right angles. Symbolizes the infinity of existence and the cyclical nature of rebirth. As an emblem of the “racial purity of the Aryan nation” it was first used in Germany on the eve of the First World War. After 1918, it was depicted on the regimental and divisional standards of the Freikorps, for example, the Erhard brigade. In August 1920, Hitler used the right-hand swastika to design the party banner and subsequently compared his insight to the “effect of a bomb exploding.” The swastika became a symbol of the NSDAP and the Third Reich. This symbol was used quite often by both the SS Troops and the SS Apparatus, including the German SS, for example, SS formations in Flanders.

"Sonnerad", "sun wheel" or "solar swastika" is an Old Norse sign, a symbol of thunder, fire and fertility of Aryan magicians and sorcerers. In the SS Troops, the "Sonnerad" was the emblem of the volunteer motorized division "Wiking", a regiment and later a division of the SS Troops "Nordland", mostly staffed by immigrants from Scandinavia. The "Solar Swastika" was also used in the symbolism of the Schalburg Corps, which was a Danish formation of the SS Apparatus.

Rune "Zig", an attribute of the god of war Thor. A sign of power, energy, struggle and death. In 1933, SS-Hauptsturmführer Walter Heck, a graphic artist in the workshop of Ferdinand Hofstatter in Bonn, while developing the layout of a new badge, combined two “Sieg” runes. The expressive lightning-like shape impressed Himmler, who chose the “double lightning bolt” as the emblem of the SS. For the opportunity to use the mark, the SS budgetary and financial department paid the copyright holder a fee of 2.5 (!) Reichsmarks. In addition, Heck also designed the SA emblem, combining the runic "S" and the Gothic "A".

The "Ger" rune, a symbol of collectivism and comradely mutual assistance reigning in the ranks of the SS, was used in one of the variants of the divisional standard of the 11th Motorized Volunteer Division of the SS Troops "Nordland".

The rune "Wolfsangel", "wolf hook" is a pagan amulet that protected its owner from the machinations of "dark forces" and gave power over the werewolf. In medieval heraldry it meant a “wolf trap” - reliable protection. In the 15th century it became the emblem of the townspeople who fought the mercenaries of the German princes. This ancient symbol freedom and independence, known since the Thirty Years' War and as the “Sign of Arbitrariness”. Currently preserved on the coat of arms of the German city of Wolfstein. "Wolfsangel" was originally the emblem of the NSDAP, and in the SS Troops it was used as divisional emblems of some tank units, for example, the SS Panzer Division "Reich".

Wolfsangel (2nd option)
Emblem of the WA (Weer Afdeelingen) - the Dutch equivalent of the NSDAP. Badge of members of the German SS in Holland. Later it was used to design the triumphal standard of the 34th SS Volunteer Infantry Division "Landstorm Nederland".

Rune "Opfer", a symbol of self-sacrifice. After 1918, this rune was used by war veterans as a sign of belonging to the "Steel Helmet". Later, a commemorative badge with the "Opfer" rune was issued in honor of the so-called "martyrs of November 9th" - 16 Hitler supporters killed by police during the "Beer Hall Putsch" in 1923. It was also used as an element in the graphic design of wound patches ( SA) and disabled SS.

Rune "Aif", a symbol of determination and enthusiasm. Badge of the SS special forces, in particular, Hitler’s personal adjutants and especially close associates. The jacket with aifruna was worn by Rudolf Hess in 1929.

The “Life” rune - such signs were worn on their uniforms by participants in the selective selection program “Lebensborn SS” - “Source of Life” developed by Himmler. It was used in SS sphragistics and office work: the rune was affixed to personal documents and carved on the tombstones of SS members to indicate the date of birth.

The rune “Toten”, a sign of death - to indicate in documents and tombstones “the date of departure to the “Chamber of the Dead” - in German mythology this was the name of Odin’s palace, where warriors killed in battle end up.

The rune "Tyr", a symbol of intransigence in battle, an indispensable attribute of the god of war, thunder and fertility, Tyr. A gravestone in the form of the Tyr rune was installed on the graves of SS men instead of a Christian cross. Sometimes it was tattooed under the left shoulder crease of SS members along with the designation of their blood type. The patch on the left sleeve of the uniform indicated the completion of the officer's "special school of the Reichsführer SS SA" (until 1934) and was subsequently transformed into the breastplate of the SS department for training reserves. In the SS Troops it was used in the symbolism of the 32nd SS Volunteer Infantry Division "January 30", formed in February 1945 and staffed by teaching staff and cadets of SS cadet schools.

The “Heilzeichen” rune, a symbol of success and good luck - elements of runic ornamentation, in particular, were engraved on the SS “Totenkopf” award ring.

The Hagall rune symbolized the unbending faith (in the Nazi sense of the word) required of every member of the SS. This rune was widely used during various SS ceremonies, in particular at weddings.

Rune "Odal", a symbol of family and consanguinity. Breastplate of the SS Main Directorate for Race and Settlement, as well as the emblem of the 7th SS Mountain Division "Prinz Eugen", which was the first SS unit staffed exclusively by Volksdeutsche.