Halloween is that time of the year when we subside our fear of the dead and join together to celebrate and remember the dear departed souls. But before that, take a look at these 10 things which you should definitely know about the eve.

1. 10
Things you should know

2. 1
Also known as Hallowe'en, All hallowe'en, All Hallows' Eve and All Saints' Eve. Which means “hallowed evening" or "holy evening.”

3. 2
Halloween is dedicated to remembering the dead which includes saints, martyrs and all departed believers.

4. 3
Jack-o'-lanterns are traditionally carried on this Eve in order to frighten evil spirits.
They are said to represent "soul who has been denied entry into both heaven and hell" .

5. 4
In Ireland
and Scotland, traditionally
turnip was used
but immigrants to North America
started using pumpkin.

6. 5
The traditional colors for this eve are Black, orange, and sometimes purple

7. 6
A customary celebration for children on Halloween is Trick-or-treating.

8. 7
The fear
of
Halloween
is
known
as
Samhainopobia

9. 8
If you
see a spider
on Halloween,
it is believed
to be
the spirit of
a loved one who is watching over you.

10. 9
Halloween is the Second Highest Grossing Commercial Holiday After Christmas.

11. 10
An average household in US planning to celebrate Halloween will spend an average $125.

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