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Today is a pagan holiday known as Beltane. Beltane, also spelled Beltaine, is a Gaelic festival that celebrates the beginning of summer. It is usually observed on the first day of May and marks the halfway point between the spring equinox and the summer solstice. Beltane has its origins in ancient Celtic traditions and is still celebrated by modern pagans and Wiccans. The name Beltane derives from the Old Irish "Bealtaine" or "Bealtuinn," which means "bright fire." Fire is an important symbol of this holiday and is often used in rituals and festivities.

" Fire is an important symbol of this holiday and is often used in rituals and festivities. It represents purification and the renewal of life. Bonfires are traditionally lit on Beltane to honor the god Bel, who is associated with the sun.

30 Best Ghost Adventures Episodes Ranked

Zak Bagans, host and lead investigator on Travel Channel's deathless series "Ghost Adventures," is a great big scaredy cat. Which isn't a knock on Bagans or a criticism of the show, but rather a cornerstone of its appeal.

For nearly 14 years and 300 episodes, Bagans and his team of paranormal researchers (known simply enough as the Ghost Adventures Crew, or GAC) have traveled to remote, possibly haunted locations around the country, learned a little local history, then locked themselves in overnight to get scared silly by every cold spot and bump in the dark they encounter. It's a tried-and-true formula, as reliably entertaining as trying to conjure Bloody Mary at a sleepover; whether there is anything spooking them — other than their own imaginations — is beside the point.

But that's not to say that every episode can be so easily explained away; the series has had its share of genuinely eerie moments. Even when a spectral encounter is less than convincing, an episode can be buoyed by a compelling history, colorful locals, or the frat house camaraderie between Bagans and his bro-ish co-stars. Whether you're a longtime fan up for a debate or a newbie wondering where to jump in, here are the top 30 episodes of "Ghost Adventures," counted down.

Beltane is a time of fertility and abundance. It is a celebration of the earth's fertility and the renewal of nature. This is why it is often associated with May Day and traditional Maypole dancing. The Maypole represents the phallic symbol of the god and the ribbons that dancers weave around it symbolize the intertwining of masculine and feminine energies. In addition to fertility, Beltane is also a time to honor the connection between the human and the spiritual realms. It is believed that on Beltane, the veil between the worlds is thinner, and communication with spirits and fairies is easier. Some pagans and Wiccans perform rituals on Beltane to connect with these otherworldly beings and seek their guidance and blessings. Overall, Beltane is a festive and joyful holiday that celebrates the coming of summer and the vitality of life. It is a time to connect with nature, honor ancient traditions, and embrace the abundance and fertility of the earth..

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