Samhain

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Samhain ({{IPA2|?saw?n?}}) is the word for November in Irish; the Scottish Gaelic name Samhuinn is closely related. The same word was used for the first month of the ancient Celtic calendar, and in particular the first three nights of this month, the festival marking the beginning of the winter season. Elements of the festival are continued in the traditions of All Souls Day and Halloween. The name is also used for one of the sabbats in the Neo-Pagan wheel of the year.

Related Topics:
November - Irish - Scottish Gaelic - Celtic calendar - Winter - Season - All Souls Day - Halloween - Sabbats - Neo-Pagan - Wheel of the year

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