Fearn---Alder Foundation-Inner Strength-Principles

I am the stag of seven tines

Fiery alder, blood-red bark,
Waterproof white wood - good Ark,
Otherworld-green flowers.. Hark! Steadfast Bran
brings your determined mark.

 

Tree: Alder is a wood which resists the decaying or corrupting effects of water. It is thought that the tree contains a fiery energy, and it is for this mysterious reason that it is able to resist water so well. The tree has the curious property of having white wood when first cut from which a red sap runs. This makes it appear to be a wounded man.

Expression: Alder implies that you may gain a great strength in any contentious situation by standing on your foundation: your own inner self and your own strong underlying principles. This Ogham is relentless and determined in its power. It indicates the very founding principles of all tradition. It tells you to remain steadfast in what you know to be true to your inner self and your principles- the foundation of your knowledge and being. If you are unsure of what these founding principles are, Fearn indicates that you should passionately seek your true inner self.

Divination: As an oracle, Fearn carries the connotation of listening to one's inner voice as a means to make decisions, create stability, and plan for the future. Now is not the time to rely on the opinions, thoughts, and feelings of others. Remain open, listen to your inner voice, make yourself open to your creative side, and you could gain the inner guidance needed for overcoming any problems. When all voices on the outside are harsh, listen to the kind voice within. There may be the need to keep a youthful approach. Music and poetry may be involved. In order to make a decision, you will receive the help you need from deep within yourself. Receive spiritual guidance only from your own inner self.

The Challenge of the Alder Ogham is not being aware of what your inner voice is trying to tell you. You are being overly influenced by forces outside yourself. There is a loss of contact with the inner voice and insight. You may encounter inner feelings of doubt, and you may tend to be overextending yourself. There may be danger and dispute, and you need to have the knowledge of when to remain steadfast and when to allow and encourage change in life. You may not have the beliefs and principles needed to make this decision. This comes from a lack of connectedness with one's true inner self. You may also have a tendency to fear defeat to such an extent that your courage is impaired. Not being open to events brings inner blockages. You are in an uninspired state, unable to take heed of your inner voice and there may also be a lack of direction.

 

Divination

Fearn in The Fifths

Mide, Center: Fearn in Focus is Principles.

Your inner self, principles, and beliefs are in focus right now. You need to concentrate on what your foundation, your inner voice, and your principles are trying to tell you. Go with what you know to be true to yourself and you can never go wrong.

Seis, South: Fearn in Fire is Inflexible.

What you need to learn or be aware of is when it is time to stray from your founding principles. A rigid set of beliefs does not allow for the growth of the personality. You must always be willing to change your personal guidelines to suit a new and different situation.

Fis, West: Fearn in Water is Confidence.

What you need to do to regain balance and harmony is to rely more upon your own inner guidance rather than that which is contrary to what you truly believe to be true. You have to be confident that what you believe to be true and right is correct.

Cath, North: Fearn in Earth is Honesty.

The external expression of an inner truth is about to manifest. It seems that it is time to reveal what you truly believe to another. You will be given the opportunity to express your personal beliefs about a situation and it is vital that you do so in an honest matter.

Blath, East: Fearn in Air is Vigilance.

What is in conflict may be a plan of action that goes totally against what you know to be true to yourself. It may become important for you to defend that which you believe in, or to engage in a debate over ideals. When all the advice from others seems harsh, or when it conflicts with your own feelings, follow your own inner foundation rather than those of others.