Editing Samhain (section)

===Celtic Reconstructionism===
Like other [[Polytheistic reconstructionism|Reconstructionist]] traditions, [[Celtic reconstructionism|Celtic Reconstructionist Pagans]] (CRs) emphasize historical accuracy. They base their celebrations and rituals on traditional lore as well as research into the beliefs of the [[Celtic polytheism|polytheistic]] Celts.<ref name="McColman"/><ref name="Bonewits">Bonewits, Isaac (2006) ''Bonewits's Essential Guide to Druidism''. New York: Kensington Publishing Group {{ISBN|0-8065-2710-2}}. pp. 128–40, 179, 183–84</ref>
They celebrate Samhain around 1 November but may adjust the date to suit their regional climate, such as when the first winter frost arrives.<ref name="FAQSamhain">Kathryn NicDhana et al. ''The CR FAQ: An Introduction to Celtic Reconstructionist Paganism''. 2007. pp. 97–98</ref> Their traditions include [[saining]] the home and lighting bonfires.<ref name="FAQSamhain"/> Some follow the old tradition of building two bonfires, which celebrants and animals pass between as a purification ritual.<ref name="O"/><ref name="McNeill"/> For CRs, it is a time when the dead are especially honoured. Though CRs make offerings at all times of the year, Samhain is when more elaborate offerings are made to specific ancestors.<ref name="FAQSamhain"/> This may involve making a small altar or shrine. They often have a meal where a place for the dead is set at the table, and they are invited to join. An untouched portion of food and drink is left outside as an offering. Traditional tales may be told and traditional songs, poems, and dances performed. A western-facing door or window may be opened and a candle left burning on the windowsill to guide the dead home. Divination for the coming year is often done, whether in solemnity or as games. The more mystically inclined may also see this as a time for deeply communing with their deities, especially those particularly linked with this festival.<ref name="O"/><ref name="McNeill"/><ref name="McColman"/><ref name="Bonewits"/><ref name="FAQSamhain"/>