What are the origins and history of Halloween? The origins of Halloween stretch back many centuries, interweaving strands of ancient Celtic tradition, Christian observance, and evolving cultural practices. The holiday we know today has roots in the Celtic festival of Samhain, marking the end of the harvest season and beginning of winter(Rogers, 1996). This was seen as a liminal time when the veil between the worlds of the living and dead grew thin. As Christianity spread through Celtic lands, the…

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