I invoke you, beloved Hekate of the Crossroads and the Three Ways Saffron-cloaked Goddess of the Heavens, the Underworld and the Sea Tomb-frequenter, mystery-raving with the souls of the dead Daughter of Perses, Lover of the Wilderness who exults among the deer Nightgoing One, Protectress of dogs, Unconquerable Queen Beast-roarer, Dishevelled One of compelling countenance Tauropolos, Keyholding Mistress of the whole world Ruler, Nymph, Mountain-wandering Nurturer of youth. Maiden, I beg you to be present at these sacred rites Ever with a gladsome heart and ever gracious to the Oxherd.
