Halloween: Facts And History About All Hallows’ Eve And Its Connection With Samhain – An Ancient Celtic Festival
Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - On October 31, many of us celebrate Halloween, a tradition thought to have originated in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain.
It is a time of celebration and superstition. We see carved, decorated pumpkins on the streets, people of all ages wearing scary costumes, and children wandering the neighborhood, knocking on doors to demand treats.
Seeing through the eyes of an outsider unfamiliar with the tradition and history behind Halloween, this behavior can appear rather peculiar. So, how did it all start? What is the true meaning of Halloween, and why is the celebration associated with a 2,000-year-old ancient pre-Christian festival?
This article examines the history of Halloween, also called All Hallows' Eve.
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