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The Facts on Halloween

by John Ankerberg

Book Details

Publisher:Harvest House Publishers
Published:2008-08-01
Pages:95
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

John Ankerberg, John Weldon, and Dillon Burroughs team up to revise and update The Facts on Halloween, a significant book from the popular Facts On Series (more than 1.9 million copies of books from this series sold). Known for their extensive research and Bible knowledge, these authors offer readers the essential facts they need to evaluate and discuss today's issues regarding Halloween, a widely popular event in which children and progressively more adults participate. The concise, easy-to-fol

Our Review

This concise guide offers a researched Christian perspective on the origins and modern practices of Halloween, examining its historical roots in pagan festivals and its evolution into a mainstream cultural event. The authors provide essential facts for evaluating the holiday's traditions, from its Celtic beginnings to contemporary trick-or-treating, through a biblical lens. Known for their extensive research, the team delivers a straightforward analysis that connects ancient customs to today's celebrations, giving readers clear information to form their own conclusions about October 31st.

What distinguishes this book is its direct approach to addressing the spiritual concerns many Christians have about Halloween participation, presenting arguments without sensationalism. Readers seeking to understand the holiday's symbolism or to navigate family decisions about observance will find this updated edition particularly valuable. The result is a thought-provoking resource that equips individuals with historical context and theological insight for meaningful discussions about this widely celebrated event.

Themes

Religion

Subjects

Religion