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Halloween, or Hallowe'en is a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day.
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Nov 18, 2009 · The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts.
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The word Halloween is a short-hand for “Hallows Eve” the day before the Western Christian celebration of All Saint's Day.
Oct 4, 2024 · This holiday was known as All Saints' Day, All Hallows Day, or All-Hallowmas (from the Middle English Alholowmesse meaning All Saints' Day).
Oct 31, 2024 · Halloween's origin can be found in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced saw-en, meaning 'end of summer'). For the Celts who ...
Oct 28, 2024 · Halloween, celebrated on October 31, is a festival of costumes, candies, spooky tales, and ghostly decorations, enjoyed across many parts of the world.
Oct 27, 2013 · This day celebrates those people, especially holy persons or saints, that have passed on. This is primarily to think about ancestors and the ...
Oct 31, 2024 · The origin of the festival is disputed, and there are both pagan and Christian practices that have evolved into what Halloween is like today.