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Facts About Halloween Traditions

Monday, October 27th, 2008

Many of the traditions that are practiced today on Halloween were actually brought over to America by Irish immigrants who celebrated Samhain, a Celtic harvest festival. Everything that we do on Halloween is rooted in some way to ancient Celtic rituals no matter how removed today’s celebrations may be from the original.
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Debunking Some Common Halloween Myths

Friday, October 24th, 2008

Halloween is a time of tricks and treats, fun and games. However, it is easy to lose sight of the truth in the pounds of candy, crazy costumes, and television specials. Have you ever wondered why we carve pumpkins on Halloween? Or why bats, owls, and black cats are common Halloween symbols? Such Halloween myths […]

A History of Halloween In America

Tuesday, October 21st, 2008

Halloween has most definitely been “Americanized,” in the sense that it has become all about buying large amounts of candy and discounted decorations. It is a mindless holiday that people ritualistically practice without even thinking about it. Therefore, it is rare to hear someone talk about the history of Halloween. However, the history of Halloween […]

Why Do We Celebrate Halloween? A Controversial Question

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

Halloween has been around for thousands of years, taking one form or another. In the ancient times, it was a very serious series of festivals and rituals that were vital to the cultures of the time. Today, it is a silly and seemingly harmless holiday about candy and costumes that young children love to celebrate. So why […]

Learning about Halloween’s Ancient Origins

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008

Today, Halloween is all about the candy and the tacky decorations. Some even protest it because they believe the holiday contradicts their personal or religious beliefs. But those who focus on the commercial aspects of the holiday or who view it as the day of the devil are ignoring the origins of Halloween. Learning just […]