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Mabon
Mabon is the modern Pagan name for the autumn equinox and second harvest, a time of balance between light and dark and of thanksgiving. The name was adopted in the 1970s from a figure in Welsh mythology.
Traditions
- A thanksgiving meal with seasonal produce
- Walking in autumn woods and gathering leaves or apples
- Balancing light and dark: reflecting on what to keep and let go
- Donating food to others
Colours
deep red, brown, orange, gold
Altar ideas
Apples, autumn leaves, deep red candles, smoky quartz or carnelian, and spiced incense.
Mabon kit picks
A few pieces from the shop that suit a Mabon altar or ritual. Never leave candles or incense burning unattended.
Mabon: questions
When is Mabon?
Mabon is celebrated on around 22 September (autumn equinox) in the Northern Hemisphere.
What colours are associated with Mabon?
Traditional colours are deep red, brown, orange, gold.
How can I celebrate Mabon at home?
A thanksgiving meal with seasonal produce. Walking in autumn woods and gathering leaves or apples. A simple altar might include: Apples, autumn leaves, deep red candles, smoky quartz or carnelian, and spiced incense.