Origins of Some Creepy Halloween Customs

Now that the spookiest time of the year has here, I bet you have a ton of exciting Halloween plans in the works.

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Even though you celebrate this much-loved event every year, you may be missing some key details.

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Check out this collection on the history of Halloween customs to get in the mood for the upcoming spooky season.

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Jack-o'-lanterns were first carved from turnips in 19th-century Ireland.

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According to Irish tradition, Stingy Jack, a drinker who bargains with the devil,

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is destined to wander Earth with only a hollowed turnip for guidance.

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When ghosts roamed Earth at Samhain, the Celts were clever to dodge them.

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