Jack-O-Lantern
JACK-O-LANTERN
Centuries ago, these lights were attributed to Lantern Men, often called Hob-O-Lantern, Jack-O-Lantern, Will-O-Wisp or Will. Many superstitions were made because of a lack of overstanding of the causes of the light. It was believed to be souls of the sinner who were condemned to walk the Earth until the end of time.

One such legend came from an old Irish story about a man named Stringy Jack who liked to play tricks on the evil one. He tricked the evil one into promising not to claim his soul. When Jack appeared at the gates of (so-called, unproven) hell, they turned him away.

As Scotish and Irish people migrated to America they discovered the pumpkin which they found to be an excellent substitute for their customary turnip. The pumpkins became the perfect Jack-O-Lantern and has been used ever since.

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