The primary sources for this ritual are Macrobius' Saturnalia
(Bk. I, Chs. 7, 8, 10, 11) and Scullard's Festivals and
Ceremonies of the Roman Republic (pp. 205-7). (There is
additional information available on the Saturnalia, Consualia
and Opalia; see De Saturno & Jano Tractatus for background
information on Saturn.) This ritual is dedicated to the Gods and
may be used for any nonprofit purpose, provided that its source
is acknowledged. C: Before going to the temple, it is
appropriate to visit the store room or pantry, open it and give
thanks for the stores. (This corresponds to the Consualia before
the Saturnalia.) S: Erects the temple (casts the circle) in the
usual way. For example: We circle round creating sacred space,
invoking from the Heavens holy grace. We call the Gods to guard
our solemn rite, and ward this hallowed ground with walls of
light. Let sky above and earth below unite, a bond established
by Olympic might. Let fear and discord leave without a trace,
and peace prevail within this holy place