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Questions tagged [halloween]

For myths regarding Halloween, or All Hallows' Eve.

For myths regarding the day known as Halloween, or All Hallows' Eve in Christianity. The day before All Saints' Day.

Particularly relevant is the derivation of Halloween myths from earlier pre-christian myths and practices.

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Why do we "trick or treat" on Halloween?

On Halloween, children in masks and costumes visit houses and ask for treats, using the phrase "trick or treat". How did the tradition get started, and does it stem from the pagan festivals that inspired Halloween?
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Why do we dress up to celebrate Halloween?

Why do people wear elaborate masks and costumes to celebrate Halloween? Did people dress up during the pagan festivals that inspired Halloween, or is the practice a modern addition?
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Why do we carve pumpkins on Halloween?

A Halloween tradition in the U.S. as well as other parts of the world is to carve pumpkins. I have seen the folklore connected to this practice in the mention of Stingy Jack. But is that the only folklore connected to this tradition? Is it connected…
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