Opinion: How today's Halloween traditions evolved from Celtic pagan festival
The Halloween traditions that we celebrate today, in America, originate from the Celtic pagan festival called “Samhain.“ The phrase is from ancient Gaelic. It means “end of summer.” According to Wikipedia’s explanation, the ancient Celts divided the year into two seasons, “the light” and “the dark.” The Celts believed that the passage of a day began with darkness and progressed into the light. The Celts felt that is why winter marked the beginning of the year. So, the 1st of November, Samhain, was the Celtic New Year. The celebrations began at sunset of the day before, its eve. It marked...
These Countries Are Home to the Most Atheists
Throughout history most people have had strong beliefs in religion, but in modern times atheism has grown in popularity. This article will look at which countries have the highest percentage of atheists and some reasons why fewer people believe in the supernatural there. 24/7 Wall St. Insights Atheists are in the minority in every country […] The post These Countries Are Home to the Most Atheists appeared first on 24/7 Wall St..
Exploring Paganism: Discover the True Meaning of the Ancient Religious Practices
People hear “pagan” and recoil. For centuries, Paganism was associated with witchcraft, demons, and the dark arts. The connotation makes people weary of pagans and pagan religions, but it’s completely false.
Religious Decline: Shifting Beliefs of Americans
Recently, I've written articles exploring various aspects of our spiritual journeys as Americans. I've examined our thoughts on prayer and delved into questions about the Bible's authenticity. Is it the literal Word of God or a human construct? Or does it perhaps fall somewhere in between—if such a middle ground is possible?