HALLOWEEN

Things I know about Halloween
In Latin America and Spain the beginning of
November is known as Los dias de Muertos - Day of the Dead.
October 31st is the day of children. People believe that during these
days dead people return to their homes so every home has an altar with
delicious food on it, water and a towel. On the last day of the feast,
in a cemetery, Mexicans drink tequila and a band of musicians plays in
honour of the dead.In hummungbirds and butterflies Latin Americans see
the souls of their relatives and friends.

What I want to know about Halloween
1. I want to learn more legends about Halloween.
2. I want to know more about how it is celebrated
in different countries.

Things I have learned about Halloween
Some “myths and legends”:
1. Watching the flame of a
burning candle at the night of Halloween, you can peek into the future.
2. It is believed that if a man
lights a new orange candle and let it burn until morning, he will be
blessed with good luck.
3. If a candle flame suddenly
turns blue, this means there is a spirit around.
4. A person born on Halloween
can see and speak to spirits.
5. If you stand at a crossroads
in the evening of Halloween and listen to the voice of the wind, you’ll
hear the most important thing that will happen during the next 12
months.

The most interesting things:
In the ancient past, candles were used for the
performance of religious rituals. The candle flame is a symbol of
the human soul. A candle conducts human desires.
* white candle – spiritual
purification and protection
* yellow candle – before an exam
or at a time when you should make an important decision
* green candle – abundance, luck
and harmony