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Halloween, or Hallowe'en (less commonly known as Allhalloween, All Hallows' Eve, or All Saints' Eve), is a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day. It is at the beginning of the observance of Allhallowtide, the time in the liturgical year dedicated to remembering the dead, including sa… See more
Also calledHallowe'en · Allhalloween · All Hallows' Eve · All Saints' Eve
Observed byWestern Christians and many non-Christians around the world
TypeChristian, cultural
SignificanceFirst day of Allhallowtide
Etymology
The word Halloween or Hallowe'en ("Saints' evening" ) is of Christian origin; a term equivalent to "All Hallows Eve" as attested in Old English. The word hallowe[']en comes from the Scottish form of All Hallows' Eve (the evenin… See more
History
Halloween is thought to have influences from Christian beliefs and practices. The English word 'Halloween' comes from "All Hallows' Eve", being the evening before the Christian holy days of All Hallows' Day (All Saints' Day… See more
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