-Caveat Lector- For those who are interested in some non-thumper information on the pagan customs which led to the modern celebration of Halloween.... June ;-) *=======================================================================* SAMHAIN (SUMMERS END) http://www.briefme.com/a/article.cgi?link=nobleknights&id=2943 Samhain pronounced (sow-en) is considered the witches' New Year. At one time it was believed that the ghosts of all people who were destined to die in the coming year could be seen walking through the graveyard at midnight. This site will give you insight on how most of our Halloween customs came to be and some of the rituals that are still in use today. DECLARATION & DISCLAIMER ========== CTRL is a discussion and informational exchange list. Proselyzting propagandic screeds are not allowed. Substance—not soapboxing! These are sordid matters and 'conspiracy theory', with its many half-truths, misdirections and outright frauds is used politically by different groups with major and minor effects spread throughout the spectrum of time and thought. That being said, CTRL gives no endorsement to the validity of posts, and always suggests to readers; be wary of what you read. CTRL gives no credeence to Holocaust denial and nazi's need not apply. Let us please be civil and as always, Caveat Lector. ======================================================================== Archives Available at: http://home.ease.lsoft.com/archives/CTRL.html http:[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ ======================================================================== To subscribe to Conspiracy Theory Research List[CTRL] send email: SUBSCRIBE CTRL [to:] [EMAIL PROTECTED] To UNsubscribe to Conspiracy Theory Research List[CTRL] send email: SIGNOFF CTRL [to:] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Om
