Just Witchy's Blog — Equinox

Mabon or the autumnal equinox is the official start of fall and the traditional end of the wheel of the year, it will be celebrated on September 23, 2023.  This holiday is named after the Welsh god of the harvest who is often depicted as a young man with a harp or lyre.  Being the second of the harvest festivals, Mabon is often symbolized by the cornucopia, corn, cider, spiced nuts, and wine.  Since Mabon marks the waning of the year it is the perfect time for ending or reducing bad habits, unhealthy relationships, and finding balance within yourself. Being...

Mabon The Autumn Equinox September 22, 2022 8:03pm Mabon is a sabbat that celebrates the second of the harvest festivals. This is the greatest of the harvest of the three festivals as this is the time when most of the crops are ripe and ready for harvest. This is the Thanksgiving celebration for Pagans and witches. We gather with family and friends and celebrate all the prosperity from the last year. Today we know the exact day and time of the Equinox, September 22, 2022, at 8:03pm, this is when the earth is in perfect balance, the day light and...