Pagan October Holidays In the month of October, there are various holidays that are celebrated by Pagans around the world. These holidays are deeply rooted in Pagan traditions and beliefs, revolving around honoring nature, ancestors, and the changing seasons. One of the most well-known Pagan holidays in October is Samhain, also known as Halloween. Samhain is celebrated on October 31st, and it marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. It is believed that during Samhain, the veil between the living and the spirit world is thinnest, allowing communication with ancestors and departed loved ones. On this day, Pagans often hold rituals, light bonfires, and create altars to honor their ancestors.
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Former UFC champion Conor McGregor floored the Heat mascot with a left hook before adding another punch as he lay on his back during game four of the NBA Finals. McGregor, who was booed by many in the Miami crowd even before walking on court, stayed for the entire game as the Nuggets won 108-95 to secure a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.
On this day, Pagans often hold rituals, light bonfires, and create altars to honor their ancestors. Another Pagan holiday in October is Mabon, which falls on the autumnal equinox. Mabon is a time to celebrate the second harvest and give thanks for the abundance of the season.
Miami Heat mascot hospitalised after Conor McGregor punch
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor floored the Heat mascot with a left hook before adding another punch as he lay on his back during game four of the NBA Finals.
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The Miami Heat mascot reportedly had to attend hospital after being punched by Irish mixed martial artist Conor McGregor at basketball’s NBA finals.
What was a promotional stunt during game four between the Heat and Denver Nuggets ended badly as former UFC champion McGregor floored ‘Burnie’, who was wearing oversized boxing gloves, with a left hook before adding another punch as the stricken Miami mascot lay on his back.
‘Burnie’ – who is described as a “rough, anthropomorphic depiction of the fireball featured on the Heat’s logo” – was dragged off court by three people and it was later reported that the individual inside the mascot suit was taken to the emergency room of a nearby hospital for treatment.
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The Heat have declined to comment on the incident, but it has been reported that the mascot is out of hospital and recovering.
The Miami Herald said that “the man behind the Burnie costume has never revealed his name publicly and the team does not identify him in its media guide”.
McGregor, who was booed by many in the Miami crowd even before walking on court, stayed for the entire game as the Nuggets won 108-95 to secure a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.
UFC president Dana White questioned the practice of mascots taking punches from “professional fighters”, highlighting the 2018 incident when former world heavyweight boxing champion Deontay Wilder was invited to show his punching power on a hot-dog like creature.
Asked about the McGregor incident at the UFC 289 post-fight press conference, White said: “I saw the Deontay Wilder one too.
“What’s up with mascots getting punched in the face by professional fighters? What do you expect?
“What are those mascot things made out of? Unless you’re like the Golden Knights mascot…with a metal helmet…
“I wouldn’t have professional fighters punch me in the face if I was a mascot, doesn’t seem like the brightest thing in the world.”
It is also a time to focus on balance, as the day and night are of equal length. Pagans celebrate Mabon by holding feasts, making corn husk dolls, and creating altars adorned with symbols of the harvest. In addition to Samhain and Mabon, there are other Pagan holidays that take place in October, such as the Feast of the Dead and the Festival of Dionysus. These holidays vary in their specific traditions and practices, but they all share a common theme of honoring nature and the cycles of life. Overall, the Pagan holidays in October hold great significance for those who practice Paganism. They provide an opportunity to connect with nature, to honor ancestors, and to celebrate the changing seasons. These holidays serve as a reminder of the interconnectedness between humanity and the natural world, and they offer a chance for reflection, gratitude, and spiritual growth..
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