From jack-o'-lanterns and cats to witches and vampires, Halloween has become synonymous with a set of spooky symbols.
2 months ago

It is the night of October 31, and hundreds of people have gathered at the Hill of Ward, once known as Tlachtga, in County Meath, Ireland.
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The origin of Halloween is likely pagan. It bloomed from the dark nights of the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (meaning 'summer's end' in Gaelic).
12 months ago

For most Americans, Halloween is a fun holiday when homes are decorated with symbols of the supernatural – witches, goblins and spirits...
38 months ago

After the Romans conquered ancient Celtic realms, pagan traditions were adopted into a holiday honoring Catholic saints.
50 months ago

October 31st – you know it as Halloween but to us Witches, it is Samhain Eve. Samhain, literally translating to 'End of Summer', is one of the biggest...
42 months ago

Since Halloween itself originated in paganism, it is not surprising that its customs are related to pagan belief.
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Halloween, or All Hallow's Eve, largely evolved from the ancient Celtic observance of Samhain: a harvest festival and “cross-quarter” day, making it an...
26 months ago

The jack-o'-lantern has a long history with Halloween, although our favorite demonic faces haven't always been carved out of pumpkins.
98 months ago

Halloween isn't just about candy and costumes; it's a hauntingly good chance for anthropologists to dig into the supernatural skeletons in...
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