WHERE DID HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT ORIGIN? TRICK OR TREAT CUSTOM MEANING

16/09/2024
HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT BẮT NGUỒN TỪ ĐÂU? Ý NGHĨA PHONG TỤC TRICK OR TREAT
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    Halloween Trick or Treat is an extremely interesting and indispensable game for every Halloween around the world. Let's join Vinpearl to learn about the origin, meaning, how to play and interesting information surrounding the Trick or Treat game in the following article.

    1. Halloween Trick or Treat là gì?

    What does Trick or Treat mean? "Trick or Treat" is a very attractive game and is loved by children every Halloween, especially in the US and some European countries. On this day, children will wear devil costumes, go in groups and carry baskets of candy, lanterns... to each neighbor's house. The children eagerly knocked on the door, waiting for the homeowner to open the door and happily shouted: "Trick or Treat!". "Trick" in English means trick, just a mischievous joke on Halloween. And "Treat" means to entertain, to treat kindly, in this situation it means giving candy. This saying means "If you don't want to be pranked, give us candy". Usually, the homeowner will smile brightly and generously give the children candy or cake. And then, the children went to "scare" other people's houses.


    2. Origin and meaning of the game Trick or Treat

    The Halloween Trick or Treat game originates from an ancient practice called "go Souling and Guiding". During the Middle Ages, poor people often had to go begging on October 31 to receive cakes and fruits from surrounding houses. Nowadays, children will dress up and go door to door asking for food or money. In return, the children sing hymns and pray for those who donate food or money as a way of giving thanks on behalf of the resting soul. This activity is called "Souling". "And "Guising" was a popular costume activity in Scotland in the 19th century. Children dressed as ghosts and wore masks on Halloween. It was believed that this was a time when the gap between the world Reality and the evil world are very fragile. At that time, souls can return to earth. To avoid harm, children need to dress up as scary things like demons.

    People migrating from Scotland, England and Ireland to America brought this custom with them. Only when it came to America did Halloween truly become better known and spread throughout the world. Including the Halloween Trick or Treat custom.

    3. Interesting activities on Halloween

    Halloween is a colorful festival and interesting activities. Below are some popular activities often held on this day:

    3.1. Traditional activities

    • Trick or Treat: This is the most typical Halloween activity, especially for children. The children will dress up as spooky, adorable characters and go to each neighbor's house, shouting "Trick or Treat" (meaning "do mischief or trick-or-treat"). The host will give candy or small gifts to the children.
    • Pumpkin carving: Pumpkins are carved into scary or funny faces, and candles are placed inside to create shimmering light. These pumpkin lanterns are often placed in front of the house to welcome guests.
    • Bonfire: In some areas, people organize campfires on Halloween night. This is an opportunity for everyone to gather together, tell ghost stories and enjoy hot food.
    • Fortune-telling: Some folk games related to fortune-telling are also held on Halloween night. For example, in the game of getting apples, the person who gets the biggest apple will have good luck.


    3.2. Morden activities

    • Costume parties: Costume parties are held with many different themes, from spooky to fun. Everyone dresses up, dances and enjoys special dishes.
    • Watching horror movies: Watching horror movies is an indispensable activity on Halloween night.
    • Games: Many interesting games are organized such as treasure hunt games, costume games, guessing games...
    • Parades: In some places, there are Halloween parades with the participation of many people. masquerade.


    3.3.Others activities

    • Home decoration: People decorate their homes with items such as fake spiders, cobwebs, and spooky lanterns, creating a creepy but attractive atmosphere.
    • Organizing special events: Many locations organize special events such as haunted houses, carnivals, pumpkin carving contests...

    Halloween is an opportunity for everyone to have fun, entertain and discover new things together. Are you prepared for this year's Halloween fun? If not, don't forget to come to AEON MALL Tan Phu Celadon to have fun with your friends. At the same time, always update new and exciting events regularly to have fun not only on holidays but also on weekdays, my dear..

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