Beyond the pronunciation, the ancient traditions of Samhain are fascinating. Great bonfires were lit, not just for light, but for purification. People and their livestock would often walk between two fires, as the smoke was believed to have cleansing powers and offer protection from the spirits of the Otherworld during the darkest night of the year. #Samhain #Halloween #Folklore #IrishHistory #fblifestyle | Black Dragon Tavern

Samhain isn’t Halloween, it’s one of the oldest Celtic fire festivals and the witch’s true new year. In this video, I’m breaking down the real history and folklore of Samhain, where it came from, what our ancestors actually did, and how those ancient rites evolved into modern Halloween traditions. #samhain #samhainhistory #wheeloftheyear #thewildanduntamedway #witchesofinstagram🔮🌙 | Emma Louise Dyson