Boo: The old and the new
I don't have a particular attachment to All Hallows Eve or Halloween . When I was growing up in England it wasn't celebrated in the way it is in the US. I don't' remember it being a commercial holiday, no trick or treating (that is an American tradition brought by Irish immigrants) and no pumpkins. I don't think my family encouraged participation either (guy fawkes night was more favoured and enjoyed) We did carve out turnips to scare away the evil spirits though. Well things have changed and now there is trick or treating and more of a commercial Americanized way of celebrating it but it is intertwined with many ancient traditions which adds a different twist than the American version.
Below is a video performance of Thor's Hammer: Wild Hunt. The Vikings had a powerful influence in the North of England, so it isn't unusual to see their influence intertwined with christian holidays or held around the same time.
Asia displays a newfound embrace of Halloween: Taipei Times
Check out these fabu Halloween costumes in Taiwan where Halloween is now popular amongst students.
Halloween around the World
Halloween Origins and Customs
It may be considered bad luck in the USA but NOT in the UK
Pumpkins and Photographs by c.bayrak
Check out these fabu Halloween costumes in Taiwan where Halloween is now popular amongst students.
Halloween around the World
Halloween Origins and Customs
It may be considered bad luck in the USA but NOT in the UK
Pumpkins and Photographs by c.bayrak
Comments
This is a very educational post as usual Jafabrit. I have found all so called christian holidays originate with pagan festivals.