Obviously it was a major event in our hsitory. But why do we celebrate somone trying to destroy Parliament and killing people. Today it's considered terrorism so why do we celebrate this day
2007-01-19 22:01:02 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ History
Well, for a start, "WE" do not celebrate it... (I'm from Mexico....)
Secondly, I think the movie "V for Vendetta" will help clear that up for you .....................
"remember, remember, the 5th. of November........"
2007-01-22 15:04:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
On the full moon nearest November 1, the Celts celebrated the festival of Samhain, meaning “Summer’s End. This festival, which marked the beginning of the Celtic new year, came at the end of summer, when the harvest had been gathered and the flocks and herds had been brought down from pasture into shelter. The Celts believed that as the days shortened, it was necessary to reinvigorate the sun through various rites and sacrifices. In symbolism of the dying old year, all fires were put out, and the new year was inaugurated with sacred bonfires from which all members of the community rekindled their hearths. These bonfires—an echo of which can be found today in Britain on Guy Fawkes Night and in Brazil in the June festivals—were also thought to frighten away evil spirits.
Whilst those who advocate it will insist the celebration is that the plot was foiled, the fact remains that despite the pleadings of the local town councils,organizers remain adamant that this tradition shall not be lost, and the air is polluted regularly every 5th November. In fact at one point in British history it was against the law NOT to celebrate it!
2007-01-20 06:11:34 · answer #2 · answered by Honey W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We dont celebrate the attempt to blow up Parliament, we celebrate the capture and execution of Fawkes and his fellow conspirators!
That's why we have the bonfire ( he was burned ) and 'Penny for the Guy' ( an effigy to be thrown on the fire ).
2007-01-20 06:05:56 · answer #3 · answered by penny century 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably because he was a character? Some in England of course agreed with him, and wanted to see the system fall.
2007-01-20 06:07:22 · answer #4 · answered by Benvenuto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Remember, Remember, The fifth of November. The gunpowder, treason, and plot. I know of no reason why the gunpowder treason should ever be forgot.
2007-01-20 11:52:45 · answer #5 · answered by rabbitmedic 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Otherwise November would be boring.
2007-01-20 07:06:39 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try searching that on yahoo or google it will give u a good explination
2007-01-20 07:04:18 · answer #7 · answered by cheeky 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One man's terrorist is another man's freedom fighter.
2007-01-20 07:26:32 · answer #8 · answered by jcboyle 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋