Mabon
Mabon - The Divine Hunter and Deity associated with the Harvest
Today, September 21st marks the start of the celebration of the Pagan holiday called Mabon. Many believe that this holiday that is celebrated as the 2nd Harvest is dedicated to a Welsh/Celtic god named Mabon ap Modron. Mabon ap Modron means, "Son of Mother". Mabon is mentioned in very old stories and myths such as the tale of Culhwch & Olwen. He is also said to have been a real person, one that was even a soldier & warrior of King Arthur himself. Today, there can still be evidence found of this mysterious deity.
The Lochmaben or Clochmaben Stone still stands in the UK today and it is speculated this was a meeting place for the ancient people and it was originally part of a Druidical Circle. Another site that has reference to Mabon or (Maponos) is Hadrian's wall in the United Kingdom.
Mabon was a hunter, and this description of him can be found in the story Culhwch & Olwen. Mabon by himself, was the only being who was able to seize the razor from behind the ear of a boar (Tale of Culhwch & Olwen). He was considered a great soldier not only to the Celts but also to the Romans which is why you will find the mentions and inscriptions of his name on Hadrian's wall. Perhaps this hunter spirit is why Mabon is associated with the autumnal equinox! Always remember to celebrate your own harvests, and have gratitude for the fruits of your own labors. Mabon is also a reminder to us, to have a warrior spirit and appreciate the harvest!