Blot to Mani
from Modern Heathen Man Hosted by Joseph Marrero
Hail Mani Gothi takes the hammer to one side of the ritual space and says: “We ask the gods to hallow this space tonight as we honor Máni, the year-counter.” Gythija takes the hammer to the opposite side of the ritual space and says: “In the light of the full moon, we ask the gods to protect those who have joined with us to celebrate the voyages of Máni.” Gothi: “Máni, whirling wheel, The hastener and fiery one, The task you have been given is not easy, May you continue your course and count our years.” Gythija: “Gleamer and gloam, By many names you are called, But you are known to all Who share the night sky.” All: “Hail Mani!” Gothi: “Your task was punishment, Uncomplaining you took the reins, May it ever be so for all those Whose tasks seem unwanted.” Gythija: “Mani, the man in the moon, May your light continue to rival your sister’s. Year-counter, lune, waxer, and waner May our journeys be as smooth as yours.” All: “Hail Mani!” Toasts The Gothi/Gythia pass the horn and each person makes a toast before passing it on. Libation Gothi Says: “From us to the earth to the gods.” Gothi pours some of the mead from the horn into the earth. Gythia Says: “From the gods to the earth to us.” Gythija pours the remaining mead on to the earth. Posted on July 26, 2010 by mohnkern at http://www.modernheathen.com/2010/07/26/mani-blot/
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