Mabon Ritual Clap or ring bell three times: This day I celebrate the Second Harvest, that of fruits, nuts and the vines, and I remember those who struggle without. As I accept the gifts of the Lord and the Lady, I remember that what was sown is now reaped , and this is the time of offerings, payments of dues and enjoyment of just rewards. So, too, do I pass along what I may to those who have need. Clap or ring bell three times: The Wheel of the Year is ever turning, through Sun Tides and Moon Tides, through seasons and harvests, for plants, for animals, and for people; for all life moves within the Wheel of the Year from life to death to life again. The balance and the harmony of the dance of our life is the spiral dance of Energy Eternal, lead by the God guiding us. He yearly travels the path of Nature on our behalf that we know and not fear the cycles of our being, for balance and harmony in the motion of life are His truths. Hold up plate of bread and cup of wine: I ask the blessings of the Lady and the Lord, upon this food that the harvest be bountiful. Set plate down and clap or ring bell three times: The Lord of Shadows rules in His Shadowland, yet His love holds true, and with Him my own dance will one day move the other way. As this harvest season moves onward to the last harvest, I call upon the Lady and the Lord to bless this beautiful seaason and bless my life within it, that my life be the harvest of the Goddess and the God. Take the wand and honour the Elementals deosil, pausing at each Quarter: NORTH Hail to thee, Elemental Earth, your steadfastness helps me to maintain the things of my home, my health, my security, and my comfort. We are kith and kin, and I honour you. EAST Hail to thee, Elemental Air, your inspiration helps me to learn and understand. We are kith and kin, and I honour you. SOUTH Hail to thee, Elemental Fire, your energy helps me with the drive I need to accomplish my goals. We are kith and kin, and I honour you. WEST Hail to thee, Elemental Water, your gentle flow helps me maintain calm and balance in my relationships with others. We are kith and kin, and I honour you. Cakes & Ale May the circle be open yet unbroken. May the Love of the Goddess be ever in your heart. Merry Meet and Merry Part and Merry Meet again. Blessed Be - Whitewitch Suggestions For Things To Do At Mabon Make a Protection Charm of Hazelnuts strung on red thread. Hang up dried ears of corn on the front door and around the house. Eat a Mabon Meal: Wine from the God, Beans and Vegatables from the Goddess, Smoked meats or fish to honour the coming of the Crone and the Hunter. Call upon the Elementals and honour them for their help with: Earth (N) Home & Finances, Air (E) School and Knowledge, Fire (S) Careers & Accomplishments, Water (W) Fruitful relationships. This is also a great time for doing Prosperity spells and Blessing the Garden, please do not forget that the wild animals need feeding, leave food for the squirrels/birds etc will see them through their hibernation. Back Next