There are multiple symbolic references associated with this term. It refers to the waning and dark phases of the moon, the post-childbearing phase in a woman's life, and the third aspect of the Wiccan Goddess. The Crone is frequently associated with wisdom, maturity, death and rebirth, and spiritual peace.
(1) A term of respect used for a witch who has passed menopause or who is over 50-56 years old. (2) Third phase or face of the triple goddess who is maiden, then mother, then crone.
The Hag, the old Goddess. Frequently a death Goddess, usually wise and powerful. Also a woman who has passed menopause. Sometimes the Dark Moon Goddess.
The 3rd aspect of the Triple Goddess. Corresponds to the waning and dark phases of the moon. Represents maturity, wisdom and spiritual peace.
Aspect of the Goddess represented by the old woman. Symbolized by the waning moon, the carrion crow, the cauldron, the color black. Her Sabbats are Mabon and Samhain.
The third aspect of the Triple Goddess, The Ancient One, the Wise Woman
an ugly evil-looking old woman
a wise woman who through pain and suffering has come to a crossroads in her life and has chosen to live with love and compassion
a woman who has reached wisdom in her heart, who is called on to arbitrate disputes, who is called on to soothe the wounds of despair
a woman who is adapting constructively and gracefully to getting older
The aspect of the Goddess representing old age and wisdom. She is symbolized by the waning moon, the carrion crow, the cauldron, and the color black. Sabbats in which to worship her are Mabon and Samhain.
Archetype of the Wise Old Woman. See EROS PAGE.
The third aspect of the Triple Goddess which symbolizes wisdom.
Today, in lesbian and feminist circles, a crone is a wise older woman whose life experience demands that she be treated with respect.
one of the three aspects of the goddess. Also, someone who has passed the stage of menopause.