Kenaz

Also called Ken
Letter: K or hard C
Old Norse name: Kaun
Flower: gorse, wild rose
Number: 3
Meaning: A torch.
Divinatory meaning: Enlightenment needs to be tempered with wisdom before its true worth and power can be known. Illumination allows you to see in the dark, enlightenment is spiritual illumination. When your outlook is lit up by the torch then you see things in a new and different light. The new understanding gained by this enlightenment needs to be applied with wisdom before its true worth can be known. This is not a time for complacency, but for realising that this is but a starting point that will lead to greater things. It can also represent the wrath of God, power, elemental forces, cleansing fire, justice and casting down of vanity. Ultimately it reminds us that the tempering of knowledge with wisdom results in enlightenment.
Herb: Cowslip
Tree: Pine
Gemstone: Bloodstone: Also known as Heliotrope. This stone is said to have a grounding and cleaning effect on the physical body and assists healingin all blood and circulation disorders. It provides mental balance and increases courage. The Ancient Egyptians used this stone to help calm, groundand revitalise. It is an excellent stone for bringing spiritual qualities into everyday life. Talisman for the first half Aries.
Chakra: Base / Heart
Colour: Green with red flecks
Crystal System: Triagonal
Hardness: 7