55. Unmasking Halloween: A Biblical Perspective (Part 2)

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Ever wondered how an ancient Irish tradition ended up as the spooky, candy-filled holiday commercialized today? Well, buckle up as we, your hosts Rebecca Twomey and Rachel Smith, take you on a thrilling journey through time, exploring the intriguing history of Halloween. We'll trace its roots back to the mound of hostages, where Samhain predates the Celts, and discuss the connection between old practices of offering to gods and idols and today's supernatural experiences. We promise you an insightful exploration of history and culture, but be prepared - we might just challenge how you look at your tech gadgets!
As we venture into the realm of All Saints Day, you might find yourself questioning your own beliefs. You see, it's not just about honoring the saints who've ascended to heaven in the Catholic Church; we're also going to delve into the practices of the Eastern Orthodox Church, Lutheran, and Anglican churches. And just to keep things light, we'll regale you with a tale about Saint Anthony, which may just give you a few chuckles. We'll ask hard questions and push boundaries - like, is it really biblical to honor these saints?
Our daring exploration doesn't stop at All Saints Day. Oh no, we're also going to examine the intersection of All Saints Day and Halloween. From a story of an uncle believing himself cursed by St. Anthony, to the potential dangers of celebrating Halloween, we've got it all covered. We even take you back to our teenage years at Halloween Horror Nights at Islands of Adventure. By the end of this episode, you'll never look at Halloween the same way again. Don't say we didn't warn you! So, grab your favorite Halloween treat (just kidding) and join us for this spine-tingling adventure into the heart of Halloween's history, faith, and the supernatural.

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Chapters

1. 55. Unmasking Halloween: A Biblical Perspective (Part 2) (00:00:00)

2. Exploring the Supernatural Origins of Halloween (00:00:18)

3. All Saints Day and Catholic Beliefs (00:15:58)

4. Examining All Saints Day and Halloween (00:21:46)

5. Halloween and Glorifying the Lord (00:39:37)

6. Haunted House Experience and Halloween Critique (00:47:21)