Image Credits: Matt Cardy
By: Vaericia Meno
Many Halloween traditions started with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (say “sow-wen”), which was celebrated over 2,000 years ago in the UK, Ireland, and other parts of Northern Europe.
During Samhain, people believed the gap between our world and the world of the gods was blurred. That made it easier for the spirits of the dead to return, and for mischievous gods to come to Earth and play tricks on people! To protect themselves from mischief and bad luck, Celtic people offered food and gifts to please the gods and spirits.
