Mythological Creature of Mabon — The Sphinx

There are three types of sphinx. The androsphinx, the typical lion with a human face/head The criosphinx, a ram-headed lion. The hierocosphonx has the body of a lion and the head of a hawk. When the Egyptian sphinx was portrayed as a female it symbolized Isis and/or the reigning queen. The Egyptian androsphinx is a … Continue reading Mythological Creature of Mabon — The Sphinx

Gnomes

Mythical Creature of Mabon — Gnomes Gnomes are one the mythical creatures associated with Mabon, the Fall Equinox. Gnomes are earth elementals. As symbols of the Earth, gnomes are a grounding, stabilizing force. Gnome symbolism includes security, possession, safety, order, materialism, rooted, centered, foundations, protection, solidarity, guardianship. Gnomes are not without their wiles. Part of … Continue reading Gnomes

Salmon

Mabon Animal — Salmon Salmon symbolism: instincts, inner knowing and trusting one’s intuition. Other salmon meanings include prosperity, abundance, good luck, health, strength, determination, will power, refusal to give up, overcoming outside opposition.The salmon is an important creature in several strands of Celtic mythology and poetry, which often associated them with wisdom and venerability. In … Continue reading Salmon