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At Samhain, held on November 1, the world of the gods was believed to be made visible to humankind, and the gods played many tricks on their mortal worshippers; it was a time fraught with danger, charged with fear, and full of supernatural episodes.
Nov 22, 2024
Nov 29, 2024 ˇ According to Irish mythology, Samhain (like Bealtaine) was a time when the 'doorways' to the Otherworld opened, allowing supernatural beings and the souls of ...
Oct 31, 2024 ˇ In Irish mythology, Samhain was one of the four festivals celebrated throughout the calendar year focusing mainly on the dead. Samhain's opposite was Bealtaine ...
Oct 14, 2024 ˇ Samhain, the ancient Celtic festival marking the end of the harvest and beginning of winter, is the origin of many Halloween traditions.
Sep 17, 2024 ˇ The Samhain night processions present spirits, mythical creatures, and ethereal beings in a captivating fusion of Celtic mythology and folklore.
May 2, 2024 ˇ We will explore the iconic beings that symbolise Samhain: witches; black-coloured animals like cats, dogs, corvids (ravens and crows), bats and horses.
Oct 13, 2024 ˇ Below is a look at some of the most popular Irish myths and folklore that will help invoke the spirit of Samhain this season.
Oct 24, 2024 ˇ The story of Aillén Mac Midgna aka the Burner, who repeatedly wreaks havoc on Tara, Ireland's royal seat of power, is likely centuries older.
Nov 10, 2024 ˇ Samhain (pronounced Sah-wan) is the Irish word for the month of November, and it is also the title of the festival celebrating the otherworld, the magic and ...
Oct 20, 2024 ˇ The festival of Samhain, is one that has been celebrated, in one form or another, for a very long time. In the early Irish stories it was a time for gatherings ...
