The Ancient Origins of Halloween

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It begins with Samhain, an ancient Celtic festival marking summer's end and the harvest's close. During this time, the Celts believed the veil between the worlds of the living and the dead grew thin, allowing spirits to return to earth. To ward off unwelcome spirits, people lit great bonfires and wore costumes, often made from animal skins, as a clever disguise. Later, the Christian church established All Saints' Day on November 1st, and the night before became known as All Hallows' Eve, which was eventually shortened to Halloween.

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