The following is a ritual script written to honor the gods of the underworld. First we meet Hermes, the guide of the dead. Then Hekate at the crossroads and the bearer of the torches. Then Hades, the King of the Underworld himself. And finally, Hades' Queen, Persephone. This is written as a call and response. Also, while libations are common for the Olympian gods, they are not recommended for the Khthonic gods. It is considered more appropriate to give them an offering that you would not share.
Hermes, you are the guide of the Dead,
Hermes, we honor you
Hekate, you are the Goddess of the Crossroads
Hekate, we honor you
Hekate, you are the keeper of the gates
Hekate, we honor you
Hades, you are the host of many
Hades, we honor you
Hades, you are a God of Good Counsel
Hades, we honor you
Hades, you are the giver of wealth
Hades, we honor you
Persephone, you are the earth’s green sprout
Persephone, we honor you
Persephone, you savored the seeds of the pomegranate
Persephone, we honor you
Persephone, you grant justice to all people
Persephone, we honor you
Persephone, you are the Queen of the Dead
Persephone, we honor you
For all that you are,
For all the gifts that you give
For those souls you comfort
We honor you
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