But his body is new, and must be introduced to the ancient ways of our people. Parents hold child facing north. Ps moves to the north holding salt Ps. I call to the North Powers and creatures of Earth Greet this child, And give him your blessings. Sprinkle baby with salt.
Parents then hold child facing East.
I call to the East, Powers and creatures of Air. Greet this child, And give him your blessings. Parents then hold child facing south. I call to the South, Powers and creatures of Fire. Greet this child, And give him your blessings.