Erulaitalë

The Erulaitalë was one of the Three Prayers that the Kings and Queens of Númenor and their people made to Eru. It was observed on Midsummer. The Erulaitalë was a ceremony in which praise was given to Eru for his works. During this ceremony, the ruler of Númenor and his or her people ascended the Meneltarma and made a bloodless offering on its summit.

During the prayer, three great Eagles would hover over the Mountain above the people. The Númenóreans called them the Witnesses of Manwë, and believed that their presence showed the Elder King's approval.