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Halloween dark history
On the night of October 31 they celebrated Samhain, when it was believed that the ghosts of the dead returned to earth. In addition to causing trouble and damaging crops, Celts thought that the presence of the otherworldly spirits made it easier for the Druids, or Celtic priests, to make predictions about the future.
Nov 18, 2009
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Oct 23, 2020 · Discover the true story behind Samhain, Celtic fire festival that became a worldwide celebration ...
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Posted: Oct 23, 2020