1, Jack's lantern
It is said that there is a man named Jack who loves to drink. He made a bet with the devil and cheated him. However, when Jack died, his soul was refused to enter heaven and the devil refused to enter hell. The devil only gave him a burning coal. Jack put coal into a hollow radish to illuminate his wandering road in the dark. This story later evolved into the tradition of people making lanterns with pumpkins.
2. All Souls Day
Legend has it that the custom of Halloween began in Christian churches in Europe in the ninth century. At that time,165438+1October 2nd was called "ALLSOULSDAY" by Christians. According to legend, on this day, believers trudged in the backcountry, begging from door to door for "soul cakes" made of flour and raisins. It is said that people who donate cakes will get God's blessing and let their dead relatives go to heaven as soon as possible. This tradition of begging from door to door has been passed down to today, and it has evolved into a game in which children hold pumpkin lanterns for candy.
3. "The dead soul of an old friend"
Legend has it that since 500 BC, Celts living in Ireland, Scotland and other places have moved this festival forward by one day, that is, 65438+1October 3 1. They think that this day is the day when summer officially ends, that is, the beginning of the new year and the beginning of the severe winter. At that time, people believed that on this day, the dead souls of the deceased would return to their former homes to look for all beings, so as to be reborn, which was the only hope of being reborn after death.
Halloween activities
1, Ghost Carnival
Ghost Carnival is a traditional Halloween celebration. People wear all kinds of ghost costumes, simulate all kinds of roles, show their talents and creativity on the stage, and bring joy and entertainment to the audience. This activity not only makes people feel the festive atmosphere, but also increases people's entertainment and interaction.
2, mask makeup
On Halloween, people will wear strange masks and decorate themselves with animal fur to avoid being chased by evil spirits. This kind of mask makeup is a traditional custom, and people hope to scare away evil spirits by dressing up to protect themselves.
3.pumpkin pie
Pumpkin pie is a traditional home-cooked dish on Halloween, especially around Halloween. Pumpkin plays an important role in Halloween and is also a symbol of autumn harvest. Pumpkin pie is a delicious food made of pumpkin as the main material.