This label clarifies better the relation that these entities have with us. In each one of the planes, the Runes represent the least structured end. In the material plane they represent near-unstructured light and life energies. In the astral plane they represent near un-shaped astral beings, or emotions. In the mental plane Runes represent thoughts in the process of forming, and in the causal plane they represent the impulse in the process of forming.
Runes are closest to the chaotic state.
Other energies such as the zodiacal forces, gods, angels, etc., are much more defined. Therefore LAF allows us to know the names of the Albes and Ases, of light beings and gods. An important part of the metaphysical process that leads to self actualization is the capability to use and direct the energies of the universe. This includes the conscious contact with the HOE's, deities, devas, genii, etc. These energies have the capability to appear as persons.