Michaelmas

Michaelmas, celebrated on September 29th, is a Christian feast day honoring the Archangel Michael and the other archangels. It marks the end of harvest time in some cultures and is traditional in many Christian communities, particularly in the Western church. The day is associated with various customs, including the blessing of harvests and feasting. In some places, it also signals the start of the academic year or the beginning of autumn. Michaelmas highlights themes of protection, spiritual warfare, and the triumph of good over evil, reflecting the archangel's role as a defender against darkness.