Lughnasadh or Lammas – What is the Difference?
byAt first glance, Lughnasadh and Lammas appear to describe the same moment in the great wheel of the year. Both fall at the beginning…
Lughnasadh
Lughnasadh marks the first harvest—the point in the seasonal cycle where growth begins to turn into gathering. Rooted in early Celtic tradition and named for the god Lugh, this time of year reflects ripening fields, cut grain, and the shift from expansion into taking.
This category explores the meaning, history, and traditional practices surrounding Lughnasadh, including harvest symbolism, seasonal rituals, folklore, and the deeper themes of effort, reward, and necessary release.
Lughnasadh: Meaning, History, and the First Harvest
byLughnasadh marks the first harvest—the seasonal turning point where the early season work of the growing year finally begins producing returns. Falling around August…
Lughnasadh Ritual Under a Sturgeon Moon
byThe 1st of August will be without a doubt, one of the most magickal days of the year. We celebrate Lughnasadh, the first of…
Lughnasadh 2019 – An Celtic Inspired Ritual
byis the last of the four primary Celtic festivals, celebrated each year on August 1st. Since the Celtic day started with sunset, the celebration…