Happy All Hallow's Eve to everyone.
Here are some interesting facts about All Hallow's Eve and Halloween.
The origin of the word “witch” means “wise
woman.” It was derived from the Old English word wicce.
Samhainophobia is the fear of Halloween
Instead of just saying “trick-or-treat,”
you used to have to dance.
Halloween is known by various names,
including All Hallows’ Eve, Witches Night, Lamswool Snap-Apple Night,
Samhain and Summer’s End.
Costumes are worn because people believed the line between the
living and the dead was blurred. They put on masks so the spirits wouldn’t
recognize them
Halloween has been celebrated for more
than 6,000 years
Read Lots and Stay Spicy!
C ~
2 comments:
Fun post for a fab holiday, C.A. I have shared it, including to my Pinterest board on Myth and Magic. http://flossiebentonrogers.com
Interesting information about the different names for Halloween.
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