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Before Halloween, There Was Samhain
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This centuries-old Pagan holiday (among other things) honors the dead, believing their spirits have easy access to the world of the living during Samhain.
Do tattoos have a smell?
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Have you ever wondered if tattoos have a smell? Get the answer to this question at HowStuffWorks.
How Jerusalem Syndrome Works
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Jerusalem Syndrome is the result of becoming overwhelmed when visiting the city of Jerusalem. Find out how visiting Jerusalem can cause Jerusalem Syndrome.
Betrothed Through the Centuries: A Timeline of Marriage
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Today's version of marriage looks very different from the unions enjoyed by our ancestors. For most of human history, marriage was more akin to a business deal between men, and the bride in question had very few rights or other options. So how did marriage become associated with love?
What Are the 8 Beatitudes, and What Do They Mean?
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Some of the most paradoxical, profound words that Jesus spoke can be contained within these eight beatitudes. So what do they really mean?
Where Did Krampus Come From?
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Krampus started as a Germanic Alpine legend, but he's achieved international fame. Learn where Krampus came from at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Finish All of the Best Quotes From "Clueless"?
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Think you know this '90s classic? Prove it! Fill in the blanks and show us just how many "Clueless" quotes you know by heart. Let's see what you've got!
How Has Interracial Marriage Been Treated Around the World?
What's the state of interracial marriage in the United States and around the world? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
Who Is the Sandman?
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Is he a jolly little man in jammies or a monster carrying a sack of eyeballs? European legend says the Sandman is probably both.
A List of Demons Showing 25 Ways to Wreak Havoc on Mankind
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They go by many names. Some are symbols of destruction, others twisted forms of ancient gods, and a few look suspiciously like medieval nobles on a really bad day. Whatever you call them, this list of demons captures a lot of fear, folklore, and theology.