The Mysterious Origin of Halloween - Randall Carlson

Halloween is seen in our modern age as a day lacking in any historical meaning. It has become known for scary movies, candy, costumes and mischief. But there is a deep, universal tradition behind Halloween, also known as the Festival of the Dead, All Souls Day or Feast of the Ancestors. This...

78 min - Religion & Belief - After Skool

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