The Origins of Halloween — What Does the Bible Say About Them?

[Queen Esther]

The Bible’s answer :

The Bible does not mention Halloween. However, both the ancient origins of Halloween and its modern customs show it to be a celebration based on false beliefs about the dead and invisible spirits, or demons.—See  “Halloween history and customs.”

The Bible warns: “There must never be anyone among you who . . . consults ghosts or spirits, or calls up the dead.” (Deuteronomy 18:10-12, The Jerusalem Bible) While some view Halloween as harmless fun, the Bible indicates that the practices associated with it are not. At 1 Corinthians 10:20, 21, the Bible says: “I do not want you to be participants with demons. You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons too.”—New International Version.

 Halloween history and customs,  read  more  by  the  link !

https://www.jw.org/en/bible-teachings/questions/origin-of-halloween/

[Queen Esther]

WOULD  A  CHRISTIAN  PARTICIPATE   IN  HALLOWEEN?   ( still  less  days..)

Known for its witches, goblins, and other grotesque decorations and paraphernalia, HALLOWEEN.....Also called All Hallows' Eve or the eve of All Saints' Day..... can be traced back to the ancient Celts of Britain and Ireland. On the full moon nearest November 1, they celebrated the festival of Samhain, meaning "Summer's End." They believed that during Samhain, the veil between the human and the supernatural worlds was parted and that spirits, both good and evil, roamed the earth. The souls of the dead were thought to return to their homes, and families would put out food and drink for their ghostly visitors in hopes of appeasing them. Thus, when children today, dressed as ghosts or witches, go from house to house threatening a mischievous trick unless they receive, they unwittingly perpetuate the rituals of Samhain.

So, the answer is a resounding NO....  No Christian walking in the footsteps of Christ Jesus would even consider such a celebration.   Doing so pleases Satan the Devil and displeases Jehovah God, and his Son, Christ Jesus.

For more information and a thorough discussion of "Celebrations and Religious Holidays that displease God"....      See  "Keep yourself in God's Love"   published  by  Jehovah's  Witnesses.

(  by  Brother  Elder...) 

[Queen Esther]

Btw.  I  like  pumpkin-soup, it  can  be  tasty   But  not  the  terrible  daemonic  ceremonies !

READ  MORE  BY  THE  LINK :  https://www.jw.org/en/bible-teachings/questions/origin-of-halloween/

In  3  days,  the  kiddies  again  ringing  at  many  doors...  and  when  no  people  open,  sometimes  they  are  making  alot  nonsense  with  mail - boxes  to  evening,  etc.  -  We  are  prepared !

[Queen Esther]

Healthy  pumpkin  recipes.....    Enjoy !

It's a shame that pumpkin is only popular for two months out of the year. The low-calorie squash is rich in potassium and vitamin A, and loaded with beta-carotene (a powerful antioxidant). Plus, its natural sweetness brings subtle flavor to baked goods without any added guilt. The good news: many of our favorite pumpkin recipes call for canned pumpkin, so you can enjoy these delicious, nutrient-packed fall comfort food dishes year-round. From pumpkin chili to pumpkin muffins to a spicy pumpkin hummus, here are the best healthy pumpkin recipes.

http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20307007,00.html#pumpkin-power-recipes

[Blanchie DeGrate]

My son loves Pumpkin Bread. Thanks for the recipes. 

[Queen Esther]

WOW.... thats  great  for  your  son  and  his  Mom ?    I  have  still  a  2. link  with  alot  recipes !  Enjoy  dear  Blanchie and  your  son   Jehovah  gave  us  SO  many  delicious  food  for  enjoying   It  needs  many  years,  testing  all  that    Btw.  NOT  read  the  text  about  Halloween....  but  the  recipes  very  good !

http://pumpkinrecipes.org/

[Blanchie DeGrate]

Perfect!!! Thanks .

[Queen Esther]

Tell  me  the  private  success  after  trying  some  recipes...   I  hope,  your  son  will  like  some  new  meals  with  Pumpkin  inside?  hahaha    We,  as  Mom's  trying  our  best  yes !   But  son's  have  sometimes  a  special  tast...  I  know  that   We  shall  see...............

[Colin Browne]

On ?2017?/?10?/?29 at 8:12 AM, Queen Esther said:

Btw.  I  like  pumpkin-soup, it  can  be  tasty   But  not  the  terrible  daemonic  ceremonies !

READ  MORE  BY  THE  LINK :  https://www.jw.org/en/bible-teachings/questions/origin-of-halloween/

 

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A day for demonic traditions. Hollowed pumpkins carved into heads with candles inside called Jack-O-lanterns. This celebration has it's origins in the Catholic church as an observance in honour of the saints. (All Saints Day. Daily Dispatch Newspaper October 30th 2003.)

What good can come from people wearing witch costumes and demon masks who terrorise people with their "Trick or Treat" threats. (Heb. 13:15, 16)

[Queen Esther]

Yes, you are right Brother @Colin Browne ... We can read that all by my JW.ORG  link.  But the pumpkin we got from Jehovah and many people around the world like the taste of Pumpkins. In the Internet you can find many many different recipes !  Do you have Pumpkins in South Africa ? 

[Queen Esther]

I  AM  HAPPY  -  NOBODY   HAS  KNOCKED  AT  OUR  DOOR  ON  HALLOWEEN....    HILARIOUS

OUR  "USA"  HALLOWEEN  IS  OVER.....  ALL  OK  HERE !!

Before  few  years,  different  children  in  our  house,  sometimes  with  Dad  or  others,  very  awkward

WE  ALL  KNOWING  THE  DEEP  TRUE  SENSE  AROUND  THAT  DAY,  YES !!

[Colin Browne]

1 hour ago, Queen Esther said:

I  AM  HAPPY  -  NOBODY   HAS  KNOCKED  AT  OUR  DOOR  ON  HALLOWEEN....    HILARIOUS

OUR  "USA"  HALLOWEEN  IS  OVER.....  ALL  OK  HERE !!

Before  few  years,  different  children  in  our  house,  sometimes  with  Dad  or  others,  very  awkward

WE  ALL  KNOWING  THE  DEEP  TRUE  SENSE  AROUND  THAT  DAY,  YES !!

That 'No bell' prize reminds me of a picture: