Halloween traces its origins back to the Iron Age and a feast of fire known as Samhain. Also included are the historical origins of trick or treating, Halloween costumes and jack o' lanterns.

Samhain was the pivotal point of the Celtic Pagan new year, a time of rebirth – and death. "Pagans had three harvests: Lammas, harvest of the corn, on 1 August; the one of fruit and vegetables ...

The following are Celtic blessings ahead of Samhain for you, your loved ones, and your ancestors, whom it is especially important to remember this time of year. Have a happy Samhain!

Samhain, which took place on the night of October 31 to November 1, was seen as a period of great spiritual power. The Celts believed that during this night, the spirits of the dead returned to Earth.

On Samhain, González always hosts a small ritual for her Pagan students and participates in Samhain celebrations, either as an attendee or organizer. ... (RNS) — The prayer, ...

But for local witch and artist Amanda Yates Garcia, it’s also a time to commune with the spirits of the dead. That’s because she observes Samhain, the ancient Pagan festival often referred to as the ...

Samhain, an ancient Celtic harvest festival, has taken on new meaning for many in an era of COVID. ... Jimmy Clark, a pagan from South Amboy, said he's seen a influx into the community post-COVID.

The Celts of ancient Ireland believed Samhain was a night when the barrier between worlds was thin, the dead could cross over, and if you didn't disguise yourself, evil fairies might spirit you away.

Samhain is a Pagan religious holiday celebrating the harvest and bringing in the dark part of the year. By Sophia Melin. Published Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023. According to Lynn "MagikCraft ...

Samhain is a 2,000-year-old pagan festival held each year on October 31 and November 1. It marked the start of the dark half of the year where the veil between worlds was said to be thinner.