Hammer Right
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.