The Truth About Halloween

3. Thousands of Wiccans, who follow ancient Celtic rituals, still call Halloween by the ancient name Samhain and consider it to be the most sacred night of the year.  "Christians don't realize it, but they're celebrating our holiday with us. . . . We  like it,'"  stated the newspaper USA Today when quoting a professed witch.

Celebrations like Halloween are in conflict with Bible teachings.  The Bible warns: "There must never be anyone among you who .  .  . practices divination, who is soothsayer, augur or sorcerer, who uses charms, consults ghosts or spirits, or calls up the dead."  -Deuteronomy 18:10, 11, The Jerusalem Bible; see also Leviticus 19:31; Galatians 5:19-21.

In view of the foregoing, it is wise for you to  know about the dark origins of Halloween and similar celebrations. Having this fuller understanding may move you to join many others who do not participate in these holidays.

CELEBRATIONS LIKE HALLOWEEN WORLDWIDE 

Halloween has generally been regarded as an American holiday. Yet this celebration has become popular in many parts of the world. Additionally, there are other festivities that are like Halloween in that they celebrate the existence and activity of spirit creatures.  Shown here are some of the popular holidays like Halloween around the globe. 

North America -Day of the Dead

South America -Kawsasqanchis

Europe -Day of the Dead and variations of Halloween

Africa -Dance of the Hooded Egunguns

Asia - Bon Festival

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