Lammas/Lughnasadh: Celebrating the First Harvest

As the wheel of the year turns, we approach Lammas, also known as Lughnasadh, a beautiful and significant Sabbat celebrated on August 1st. This holiday marks the beginning of the harvest season, a time to give thanks for the bounty of the earth and the fruits of our labor. At Mystic Moon Potions Co., we believe in aligning our intentions with the natural cycles, and Lammas offers a wonderful opportunity to do just that.

Understanding Lammas/Lughnasadh

Lammas, a Christian term meaning "loaf mass," traditionally involved blessing the first loaves of bread baked from the newly harvested grain. The pagan name, Lughnasadh, honors the Celtic God Lugh, a deity associated with craftsmanship, skill, and the sun. This Sabbat is a time to acknowledge the abundance around us, even as we recognize the slow turning towards the darker months. It’s a moment to appreciate the present and prepare for the harvests to come, both literally and metaphorically in our lives.

Celebrating the First Harvest

There are many ways to celebrate Lammas/Lughnasadh, connecting with the spirit of gratitude and abundance. Here are a few ideas:

• Bake Bread: A traditional way to honor the harvest is by baking bread. As you knead the dough, infuse it with your gratitude for the earth's gifts. Share this bread with loved ones.
• Create a Corn Dolly: Craft a corn dolly from dried husks as a symbol of the harvest mother and the abundance of the season.
• Gather and Share: If you have a garden or access to local farms, gather seasonal fruits, vegetables, and grains. Share this bounty with your community or create a special Lammas feast.
• Nature Walk: Spend time in nature, appreciating the fullness of summer and the early signs of autumn. Collect fallen leaves or seeds as reminders of the cycle of life.
• Bonfire: In the evening, consider having a small bonfire (safely, of course!) to honor the sun and the warmth that has nourished the crops.

Incorporating Mystic Moon Potions Co. Intention Oils

This Lammas/Lughnasadh, enhance your celebrations by incorporating the potent energy of Mystic Moon Potions Co. intention oils. These carefully crafted blends of essential oils and herbs can help you focus your intentions and amplify your connection to the season's energies:

• For Gratitude and Abundance: Anoint yourself or your Lammas altar with our Golden Prosperity Potion or Potion of Plenty. As you apply the oil, visualize the abundance in your life and express thanks for all that you have received. You can also add a few drops to an oil diffuser to fill your space with an atmosphere of thankfulness.
• For Manifesting Future Harvests: Use our potions while meditating on your goals and intentions for the coming months. Visualize the seeds you are planting now, whether literal or metaphorical, and trust in their future growth. Anoint candles with the oil and burn them as you focus on your desires.
• For Honoring Your Skills and Talents: In the spirit of Lugh, a deity of skill and craftsmanship, use our Lion Heart Elixir intention oil. Anoint your hands as you work on a creative project or engage in an activity that showcases your talents. Reflect on the skills you possess and how you can use them to create abundance in your life.
• Blessing Your Offerings: Before sharing your Lammas bread or harvested goods, infuse them with positive energy and gratitude.

Lammas/Lughnasadh is a time of reflection, gratitude, and celebration. By consciously engaging with the energies of the season and incorporating the intentional power of Mystic Moon Potions Co. oils, you can deepen your connection to the earth's cycles and manifest abundance in all areas of your life. May your first harvest be bountiful!