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What were Viking runic stones?

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14y ago
Updated: 8/18/2019

The runes were an alphabet used by the ancient Germanic tribes and ancient Scandinavians. Prior to being used as an alphabet, the runes had magic purposes, such as casting lots (divination) and casting spells of protection.

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