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The word was first spelled “Halloween” in 1789
All Hallows’ Day is also referred to as All Saints’ Day, a day (November 1st) to celebrate the saints with a feast. As Aelfric of Eynsham states around the year 1000
The day was instituted, like many others, to redirect pagan beliefs. All Saints’ Day coincides, unsurprisingly, with the Celtic New Year or Samhain
Bonfires were deemed to have protective and cleansing powers and involved several rituals. At Samhain
People also dressed up for the occasion and went door-to-door in disguise, often reciting verses in exchange for food.
https://medievalbritain.com/type/medieval-life/activities/halloween-middle-ages-celebrations/
All Hallows’ Day is also referred to as All Saints’ Day, a day (November 1st) to celebrate the saints with a feast. As Aelfric of Eynsham states around the year 1000
The day was instituted, like many others, to redirect pagan beliefs. All Saints’ Day coincides, unsurprisingly, with the Celtic New Year or Samhain
Bonfires were deemed to have protective and cleansing powers and involved several rituals. At Samhain
People also dressed up for the occasion and went door-to-door in disguise, often reciting verses in exchange for food.
https://medievalbritain.com/type/medieval-life/activities/halloween-middle-ages-celebrations/