There are eight sabbats per year celebrated that occur both seasonally and agriculturally. Each of the sabbats has different meanings to many people, but the gist of each sabbat is the same.
Chart of Sabbats
| Seasonal | Agricultural |
|---|---|
| Yule – Winter Solstice | Imbolc– Birthing of the first lambs |
| Ostara – Spring Equinox | Beltane – Celebrates new growth in the fields |
| MidSummer– Summer Solstice | Lughnasadh – Celebrates time of harvest |
| Mabon – Fall/Autumn Equinox | Samhain – Celebrates the time of slaughtering animals for food storage prior to winter |
Some witches that follow the Wheel of the Year, use the sabbats as a day for rest, reflection, and celebration. Rather than performing rituals and spells. However, some witchcraft traditions believe their magic as a group is more powerful on sabbats and to honor deities.
I found this amazing article online that thoroughly explains the history of the sabbats. It is the most detailed document I have come across and thought it would be an awesome read to share on this blog.
The author is #MikeNichols. Enjoy.
A Pagan Woman 
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