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- Originally called Samhain (pronounced SOW-ween or SOW-in)Witchvox: A Brief History of Hallowe'en
- Samhain marked the end of the Celtic yearHistory.com: Origins of Halloween
- Ancient Druids built bonfires for crop and animal sacrifice to the godsHistory.com: Origins of Halloween
- Costume tradition came from the Celts, who wore costumes made from animal skins and headsPhilly Blurbs: Halloween—The Real Story
- The Irish originally carved turnips into Jack-o-LanternsCelebrations: Halloween Customs and Traditions
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Halloween originated in ancient Britain and Ireland over 2000 years ago as the Celtic celebration Samhain. Glendale Community College: Halloween Customs Though many of the original customs have been altered over time, you'd be surprised how many of today's Halloween customs have withstood the test of time.
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The Custom of Trick-or-Treating
The original custom of trick-or-treating had nothing to do with candy! Irish farmers went door to door collecting food for the poor and those who didn't give generously were threatened by the collectors.Virginia Tech: Halloween Customs
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Halloween Customs Questions
What are the best homemade Halloween costumes? 4 AnswersMy husband once went to a party as toxic waste. He wore an orange biohazard waste-marked trash bag on his torso (holes cut out for arms and legs, gathered aroun... read more
What are the customs and culture of the Chippewa Indian? 2 AnswersChippewa (US) , ojibwe (ojibwe) are two names of same indian tribe in two different locations . These people live in groups. ( known as BANDS) with a sedentar... read more
What are some great foods to serve at a Halloween Party? 7 AnswersHere is what we served at our Halloween party and that were BIG hits: Mummy/Monster Toes http://familyfun.go.com/assets/cms/recipes/monster-toes-halloween-rec... read more -
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