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Hug-raun

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1 hug-raun

f. ‘mind’s-trial,’ a trial, Sturl. iii. 145: trial of courage, Fms. v. 165.
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Runic Inscription

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hug-raun

Possible runic inscription in Younger Futhark

The runic text above represents the Old Norse word "hug-raun" as it might appear in runic inscriptions from the Viking Age (c. 800-1100 CE).

Abbreviations Used

Abbreviations Used

Common Abbreviations

f.
feminine.
l.
Linnæus.
s. v.
sub verbo.
v.
vide, verb.

Works & Authors

Fms.
Fornmanna Sögur. (E. I.)
Sturl.
Sturlunga Saga. (D. I.)

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