The autumn equinox, also known as Mabon, is a significant time for Pagans. It marks the transition from summer to autumn and is a time to give thanks for the bountiful harvest and to prepare for the colder months ahead. During this time, Pagans engage in various practices and rituals to celebrate and honor the changing seasons. One common practice is creating an altar or sacred space. This may involve decorating with symbols of the harvest, such as gourds, cornucopias, and autumn leaves. The altar is often adorned with offerings of food, such as fruits, vegetables, and grains, which are later shared as a communal feast.
Anyway, this brilliant video does a great job of highlighting the situation I have been referring to. If you believe in magic coffee-tables, magic laundry baskets, magic bin emptying fairies or any other household miracles or domestic magical occurrences – please feel free to ask questions and I will try to “enlighten” you.
They seemed to believe in the magic dish-washing fairy, the magic toilet roll stocker-upper fairy, the magic fridge shelf wiping and mouldy food disposing fairy, the magic picking clothes up off the floor fairy the list goes on and on. I like my site to be suitable for all ages, but this video if you are under I don t know which age, but just to mention it contains one swear word, just in case you are like me and feel shocked when you hear bad language.
The altar is often adorned with offerings of food, such as fruits, vegetables, and grains, which are later shared as a communal feast. Pagans also engage in meditation and reflection during the autumn equinox. This is a time to connect with the energies of the Earth and to express gratitude for the abundance of the harvest.
Explaining The Magic Bin Emptying Fairy
In a few of my previous posts I have mentioned former single male flatmates who seemed to believe in “the magic bin emptying fairy”. It seems I have caused a little confusion by using this term.
Well, some bloggers understood immediately what I was talking about, whereas others seemed puzzled. So I am going to try to explain to clear up any confusion that lingers.
There are those flatmates, house-mates, even members of one’s own family or household who seem unawares of a supreme truth. Someone, and by that I mean a human, not a fairy (often a woman, but there are some exceptional men) is actually behind what may seem miraculous or magical.
For example, Ella and and I were the ones who emptied the bins in our flat. In addition to emptying the bin, we wiped the bin, the walls and the floor surrounding the bin. The male residents of our flat seemed to go to further extremes each week in their carelessness. Coffee granules, tea-splashes, sauce stains and unidentifiable substances were smeared all over the walls, floor and the bin itself.
Now the boys…well, they never thanked us, they never thought to help by emptying the bin themselves. If Ella and I were away, we would come back and discover the bin was literally over-flowing. Ella tried to “enlighten” the boys…but they obviously were convinced that they had been specially chosen by “the magic bin-fairy”, whereas Ella and I had not been favoured by her.
It was not just emptying bins. They seemed to believe in the magic dish-washing fairy, the magic toilet roll stocker-upper fairy, the magic fridge shelf wiping and mouldy food disposing fairy, the magic picking clothes up off the floor fairy…the list goes on and on!
I have laughed about it with Goldfinch. He has two new house-mates at the moment who are clearly not particularly domesticated.
He showed me this video, of an Australian comedian who highlights this belief I have been referring to – there is a swear word at one point. I like my site to be suitable for all ages, but this video…if you are under I don’t know which age, but just to mention it contains one swear word, just in case you are like me and feel shocked when you hear bad language.
Anyway, this brilliant video does a great job of highlighting the situation I have been referring to. If you believe in magic coffee-tables, magic laundry baskets, magic bin emptying fairies or any other household miracles or domestic magical occurrences – please feel free to ask questions and I will try to “enlighten” you.
Some Pagans may engage in guided meditations or spend time outdoors, immersing themselves in the natural world. Another practice during the autumn equinox is the performance of rituals and ceremonies. These can include lighting candles or bonfires to represent the warmth and light of the sun, which begins to wane during this time. It is also common to perform rituals that involve the sharing of food and drink, as a way to foster community and to honor the cycle of life and death. Additionally, Pagans may engage in divination and spellwork during the autumn equinox. This can involve activities such as tarot card readings, scrying, or casting spells for abundance, protection, and balance. The focus is often on setting intentions for the upcoming season and harnessing the energy of the equinox to bring about positive change. Overall, the practices of Pagans during the autumn equinox revolve around gratitude, reflection, and connection with nature. It is a time to celebrate the harvest, give thanks, and prepare for the changing seasons ahead..
Reviews for "Exploring Paganism's Influence on Modern Celebrations of the Autumn Equinox"
1. John - 2 stars
I found "What are the practices of pagans on the autumn equinox" to be a tedious and uninformative read. The author seemed more interested in promoting their own beliefs rather than providing a comprehensive explanation of pagan practices. The information provided was vague and lacked depth, leaving me with more questions than answers. Overall, I was disappointed with this book and would not recommend it to anyone seeking a thorough understanding of pagan practices on the autumn equinox.
2. Sarah - 1 star
As someone who was genuinely interested in learning about the practices of pagans on the autumn equinox, I was deeply disappointed by this book. It felt like a long and repetitive rant rather than a well-researched and informative guide. The author's biased viewpoints were evident throughout, which made it hard for me to take any of the information seriously. I would not recommend this book to anyone seeking an objective and unbiased look into pagan practices on the autumn equinox.
3. Peter - 2 stars
"What are the practices of pagans on the autumn equinox" failed to meet my expectations and left me feeling unsatisfied. The book lacked organization and clarity, making it difficult to understand the various pagan practices mentioned. Furthermore, the author presented personal opinions and assumptions as facts, which made the content unreliable. I was hoping for a more balanced and well-researched exploration of pagan practices, but unfortunately, this book did not deliver. I would not recommend it to others looking for an informative and reliable resource on the subject.
4. Emma - 3 stars
While "What are the practices of pagans on the autumn equinox" did provide some interesting insights into pagan rituals, I found it to be a bit disorganized and lacking in depth. The author jumped from one topic to another without proper explanation or context, leaving me somewhat confused. Additionally, I felt that the book could have included more examples and anecdotes to illustrate the various practices being discussed. Overall, it was an okay read, but I believe there are better resources available for those wanting to learn about pagan practices on the autumn equinox.