ABSTRACT
The next operation is the purchase of a virgin kid, which must be decapitated on the third day" of the moon. Previously to the sacrifice, a garland of vervain must be wound about the neck of the animal, immediately below the head, and secured by means of a green ribbon. The sacrifice must be offered on the scene of the coming evocation, a forlorn and isolated spot free from all interruption. There, with the right arm bared to the shoulder, having armed himself with a blade of fine steel, and having kindled a fire of white wood, the Karcist shall recite the following words in a hopeful and animated manner :-
I immolate this victim to Thee, 0 grand AnoNAY, ELOIM, ARIEL and ]EHOVAM, to the honour, glory and power of ·Thy Name, which is superior to all Spirits. 0 grand AnoNAY! Vouchsafe to receive it as an acceptable offeri1-tg. A men.
