13 Hidden Traditions of Mabon

THIS ARTICLE WAS WRITTEN BY DIANA RAJCHEL POSTED UNDER PAGAN Mabon, of all the Sabbats, does not directly correlate to any known Celtic or Anglo-Saxon holiday. Instead, the harvest that it celebrates honored an entire season of sacred, survival-ensuring work. Mabon's predecessor, Michaelmas, came about as a recognized holy day during harvest season as a … Continue reading 13 Hidden Traditions of Mabon

10 Ways to Celebrate Mabon

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Gourds

Mabon symbol: Gourds Mabon is the old Anglo-Celtic festival of Harvest Home, a respite from the work of harvesting and a celebration of thanks. Mabon is often referred to as the “Witches’ Thanksgiving”. It is the time to give thanks to the Goddess for her bounty and to share in the joys of the … Continue reading Gourds

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

Wine Making

Wine Making a Mabon activity Mabon is the second harvest, sometimes called the Wine Harvest, and is a time when the majority of crops have been gathered. Grapes, apples and berries are featured crops of this sabbat, and fortunately all of them make a tasty wine. Indeed it was considered taboo in many places … Continue reading Wine Making