The Origins of Halloween part 1: A Look into the Celtic Festival of Samhain

The video explores the origins of Halloween, tracing back to the Celtic festival of Sawin. It discusses the traditions of bonfires, spiritual beliefs, and food offerings. The evolution of guising into modern trick-or-treating is explained, along with the story of the Jack O Lantern, highlighting its roots in Irish folklore and its transformation in America.

How did the practice of guising or mumming relate to modern trick-or-treating?

What role did the concept of the afterlife play in the traditions surrounding Halloween?

Describe the transformation of the Jack O' Lantern from its origins to modern times.