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Samhain was one of four Gaelic seasonal festivals: Samhain (~1 November), Imbolc (~1 February), Bealtaine (~1 May), and Lughnasa (~1 August). Of these, Samhain and Bealtaine, marking the transitions into winter and summer respectively, are thought to have been the most significant.
6 Απρ 2018 · Samhain (a Gaelic word pronounced “sow-win”) is a pagan religious festival originating from an ancient Celtic spiritual tradition. It is usually celebrated from October 31 to November 1 to...
The tradition of Halloween on 31 October comes from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. Samhain was the Celtic New Year and they celebrated it on 1 November because that was the end of summer and harvest time (life) and the beginning of winter (death).
At Samhain, held on November 1, the world of the gods was believed to be made visible to humankind, and the gods played many tricks on their mortal worshippers; it was a time fraught with danger, charged with fear, and full of supernatural episodes.
15 Αυγ 2022 · The Origins of Samhain. While the term “Samhain” is used to describe the October 31st/November 1st Celtic harvest festival as it occurred in pre-Christian Ireland, the roots of said festival undoubtedly date back not only to much earlier, but also back to the European continent. We know this for two reasons: 1. Archaeological & Historical ...
28 Σεπ 2020 · Samhain (pronounced “SOW-in” or “SAH-win”), was a festival celebrated by the ancient Celts halfway between the autumn equinox and the winter solstice. It began at dusk around October 31st and likely lasted three days.
18 Σεπ 2023 · Samhain is an ancient Celtic festival celebrated from the evening of October 31st to the evening of November 1st. The festival marks the end of the harvest season and the onset of winter. It’s not just a calendar event; it holds significant historical, cultural, and spiritual implications.
