What did people think happened on Halloween?
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People have long believed that on Halloween, the barrier between the living and the dead is at its thinnest. It is believed that on this night, spirits and other supernatural beings can more easily enter our world. People also believe that witches and other magical creatures are more active on this night.
People believed that on Halloween, the barrier between the living and the dead was lifted, and ghosts and other supernatural beings could roam freely in our world. Many people thought that wearing costumes and masks would fool the spirits and protect them from harm. It was also believed that leaving offerings of food and drink for the spirits would appease them and prevent mischief.