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The Fascinating World of Boredom & The Origins of Halloween Customs

Something You Should Know

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The History of Trick-or-Treat

The idea of a Trick-or-Treating, I know, has taken hits now and again because of these stories of razor blades and whatnot. One of my favorite misconceptions surrounding Halloween is this idea it is somehow satanic in nature that goes back to the Celts worshipping Lord Voldemort. And there is a precise moment in history when that comes into play with Celtic culture as well. That's when Charles Valancy gets sent from the UK over to Ireland but he becomes obsessed with Celtic lore and folklore.

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