Halloween Combination of Two Worlds

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Halloween is a combination of two worlds on several levels. It is a mix of pagan and Christian; the living and the dead; ancient and modern civilizations; folklore and history. The origin of Halloween dates back to ancient times to the Celtic festival of Samhain. This pagan celebration marked the end of the harvest season on the last day of October.

Read full article here. (Written for the Guardian Express, Cynthia Collins, Oct. 27, 2013)