fældeikning
Fældeikning is a traditional Norse method of inscribing runes, often used for magical, funerary, or memorial purposes. The term originates from Old Norse, where "fældeikning" (or similar variants) pertains to the act of erecting or inscribing runestones. This practice was prevalent during the Viking Age and the early medieval period in Scandinavia.
The primary purpose of fældeikning was to commemorate the deceased or significant events, serving both as memorials
The process of fældeikning involved selecting suitable stone material, often a large boulder or dedicated monolith,
Today, surviving fældeikning runestones offer vital insights into Norse society, language, and beliefs. They are considered