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Tlachtga - The Fire Goddess of Samhain

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What's the difference between Samhain and Halloween? When does Samhain really fall? What were the rituals? Where did Halloween, or Samhain, in Ireland really start? Who was Tlachtga and what does she have to do with the Halloween, or Samhain Fire Festival? Support the Podcast Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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