Autumnal Equinox September 25, 2025; What can we Learn from the Ancient Beliefs and Practices Surrounding Samhain?

The Autumnal Equinox of 2025 ushers in the season of Samhain, when day and night balance before the descent into winter’s mysteries. Ancient Celtic traditions of fire, offerings, divination, and storytelling meet the astrological alignments of this year: Libra’s Sun and Moon, Neptune in Pisces, Pluto in Aquarius, and Mars in Scorpio. Together, they illuminate how endings prepare us for renewal, guiding both outer survival and inner transformation.