Mabon (Autumn Equinox): September 21 – 29
Mabon marks a point where the harvest season is coming to an end. It is a time for celebration, reflection, thankfulness and joy. It is also a time for balance, equality and harmony. Mabon is an excellent time to set intentions that involve decrease and reduction. An example would be ending bad relationships, unhealthy habits or self-destructive beliefs.
Symbols of Mabon:
Colors: Orange – Red – Yellow – Brown – Copper – Dark Yellow & Green
Foods: Corn – Beans – Squash – Apples – Pumpkins – Cider – Root Vegetables – Pomegranate - Wine
Stones: Amber – Citrine – Aventurine – Sapphire - Jasper
Symbols: Cornucopia – Pinecones - Seends
Flowers: Sunflowers – Thistle – Marigolds
Herbs: Yarrow – Rosemary – Sage – Mugwort - Rosehips
Deities: Mabon – Green Man – Demeter – Persephone – Morgan – Pomona – Inanna
How can I celebrate?
Decorate your home for Autumn.
Go to an apple orchard and pick apples for a pie, or a ritual showing your thanks for the bounty.
Host a feast for loved ones.