Mabon, the autumn equinox, is a magickal time of balance and plenty. It's a time to celebrate the earth's bounty and to be thankful for the harvest that will sustain us through the coming winter. Autumn Equinox will help you deepen your understanding of Mabon and discover new ideas for honoring this ancient fall holiday. This delightful guidebook is overflowing with rituals, spells, recipes, crafts, and customs to celebrate the most colorful and bewitching season of the year.
• Harvest myths and stories: John Barleycorn and the Lord of the
Harvest; Herne the Stag King; Pomona, Roman Goddess of Apples;
The Myth of Demeter and Persephone Recast-Persephone's Story
• Fall magick and divination: Apple Magick; Autumn Faery Meditation;
Scarecrow Protection Magick; Calling on Blackbirds for Skill and Cunning
• Seasonal crafts: Grape Wreaths and Lighted Fall Garlands; Herbal Soaps;
Leafy Luminaries; Baby Boo and Ghost Pumpkin Centerpieces
• Harvest goodies and treats: Harvest Apple Upside Down Cake;
Shoepeg Corn Casserole; Rosemary Garlic Potatoes; Dora's Grape Jelly
• Mabon rituals and traditions: Equinox Candle Ritual for Balance;
Harvest Moon Rite; Ritual to Dionysus, God of the Vine
The sands of time cannot erase the ancient ways of the Middle East. Generations of selective history and the destruction of sacred sites cannot destroy them. Elusive, like shimmering heat from a sun-warmed mudbrick, the magic endures. Cast your eyes over the ruins glittering in the golden sun and embrace their foundation. The sun set on the... read this article
