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2. What is Day of the Dead? Ultimate guide to traditions, dates ...

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   The holiday begins on the evening of Oct. 31 and continues through Nov. 2. These dates coincide with the Catholic holidays of All Saints' Day (Nov. 1) and All Souls' Day (Nov. 2).

3. Dia de los Muertos: How Day of the Dead allows people to ...

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   The holiday's origins dates back thousands of years ago, but the theme remains the same: to remember those that died before us.

4. Day of the Dead is a special way to honor late loved ones ...

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   The history of Day of the Dead The tradition of Day of the Dead originated in Mexico, with the celebrations combining Aztec rituals with Catholicism brought to the region by Spanish conquistadors ...

5. Day of the Dead - Wikipedia

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   In Sicily, families celebrate a long-held Day of the Dead tradition called The Festival of the Dead or "Festa dei Morti". On the eve of November 1, La Festa di Ognissanti, or All Saints' Day , older family members act as the "defunti", or spirits of deceased family members, who sneak into the home and hide sweets and gifts for their young ...

6. Festival of the Dead - Wikipedia

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   [citation needed] The dead were also honoured at Samhain. The beginning of winter may have been seen as the most fitting time to do so, as it was a time of 'dying' in nature. The souls of the dead were thought to revisit their homes seeking hospitality. Places were set at the dinner table and by the fire to welcome them. [citation needed]

7. Augustine of Hippo - Wikipedia

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   Augustine of Hippo, also known as Saint Augustine or Saint Austin, [38] is known by various cognomens throughout the many denominations of the Christian world, including Blessed Augustine and the Doctor of Grace [20] (Latin: Doctor gratiae). Hippo Regius, where Augustine was the bishop, was in modern-day Annaba, Algeria. [39] [40]

8. 'Death is just as beautiful as life:' What is Day of the Dead ...

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   Day of the Dead, or Dia De Los Muertos, is an annual holiday that honors the memory and life of deceased loved ones on Nov. 1 and 2. Day of the Dead, or Dia De Los Muertos, is an annual holiday ...

9. History of St. Augustine, Florida - Wikipedia

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   The 20.48-acre (8.29 ha) site was then turned over to the United States National Park Service. Today the nearly 350-year-old fort is a popular photo spot for travelers and history buffs. One of St. Augustine's most notable buildings is the former Ponce de Leon Hotel, now part of Flagler College.