If so explain. Do you do something as an alternative to a day of kids interacting with other kids, and using their beautiful minds of creativity to design costumes. And do you let your children participate even if you dont agree?
2006-10-30 03:46:56 · 12 answers · asked by fryedaddy 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
no halloween is just for going door to tdoor to get candy!
2006-10-30 03:48:54 · answer #1 · answered by daisy322_98 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes I do. If the woman in the Bible was turned into a pillar of salt for simply 'looking back,' then how much more of an offense is it to participate in a celebration of demons and witches and evil spirits.
The ones who use the excuse of 'we are the innocents - we just have good clean fun' are still involved. Even certain churches participate.
It is just a matter of choice as is everything in life. My children are grown, and do the Halloween thing with their children as I did with them when they were young.
Now that I am old, it is easy to look at the big picture. When you are younger and in the 'thick of things' it is hard not to make excuses to become a part of the celebration and fun.
After all - everybody's doing it!!
2006-10-30 04:00:40 · answer #2 · answered by NANCY K 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a Christian, but it was only in the past couple of years that I've been hearing this stuff about halloween. I am 57, and as long as I can remember we had halloween. It has never been my favorite holiday, but dressing up and going door-to-door is something I didn't let my kids miss, and I wouldn't want my grandkids to miss. It's fun, and I think the tradition should go on.
Now, if I had teenagers and they seemed obsessed with black clothing, cults and magic, then I think there is a problem. But what is cuter than a 3-year-old witch?
2006-10-30 03:52:49 · answer #3 · answered by Momma Jo 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yeah there was a lady at our church when i was a kid that ruined halloween. here is the deal every holiday that we celebrate is based on something non christian. christmas is on the pagan holiday of rebirth during the winter easter has the bunny a pagan sign of fertility and well even presidents day can be seen as a day to praise a mortal man not god. so all or none pick one.
2006-10-30 03:51:05 · answer #4 · answered by gsschulte 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, because like my mother doesn't celebrate halloween and she celebrate's christmas well christmas you would rather want to share then go get candy from strangers.(she says) eventually she love god way more than satan, unless it's some family or friends birthday she'll celebrate but if you think about it your not your self your something different and your hiding what are on the outside satan wants you to represent him and that's what most people do when they worship him on halloween, then again we have princesses, and people who dresses up as god but there's only 1 god and your still being a fake when your not bringing the real you out!
2006-10-30 03:55:27 · answer #5 · answered by Candie gurl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If/when I have kids, I fully plan to celebrate Halloween, with costumes and trick-or-treating. But I'll also explain to them why I celebrate Samhain, and why I light candles and what I'm doing. I'll also tell them about the family members I know who have died, so they'll know their ancestors. When they're older (at least 8 or 9), if they want to join me in ritual, they'll be welcome to do so.
2006-10-30 03:52:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Children under 18 should follow the religion and ways of the parent. Once they are on their own then they can choose what religion they want.
Even the Bible states that children should obey their parents and follow what they teach.
The parent is in control and should retain control at all times.
Do you think Jew families say......well honey...others celebrate xmas so we'll get you a tree while we play with our candles? No, its the Jew way and only that way.
2006-10-30 03:50:50 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Halloween is the celebration of the dead and evil. I do not participate- however, if you want to- that is your business.
For myself & kids, we go to a Church sponsored Harvest party-
Nothing wrong with dressing up- but what you dress up as matters.
2006-10-30 03:51:32 · answer #8 · answered by IN Atlanta 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, its ok for the kids to have those types of activities. When they started questioning the real questions. You must explain to them about the scientific way of the creation of the world. And why we traditionally celebrate this type of religious festivals.
2006-10-30 03:50:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My child is under my jurisdiction until she is a legal adult. My home is not a democracy. Her parents are the authority. I am responsible - by Scripture - to be the spiritual head of my household...and Christ will hold me accountable.
I, like most parents, want the best for their children. As she grows up, I want her to play with her peers, learn in school and at home, and grow up to be a woman who brings much glory to God. I want to minimize the threats to her like drugs, violence, false teachings, promiscuity, and many negative attitudes found in society. I want her to feel free to pray in school and pray in a restaurant. I want her love others and to be a light in a dark world.
She has the rest of her adult life to make her own decisions...but right now she is my responsibility. She is precious to me and will get the best I can give her. She is not some social experiment is society.
My wife did quit work for 5 yrs to raise her and homeschool her...although financially tough, we sacrificed and made it. And I would never do anything different...that time made a world of difference!
That said, I could not live with myself and let her attend public schools, like I did. They are different today...the kids are more...worldly...more violent...not all -- but enough to make a serious, negative, difference -- enough to take government-sponsored institutionalized education off the list of her possibilities. Right now she goes to a Christian school. Homeschooling is also a great option -- and yes, homeschoolers go on field trips, gather in goups, and socially develop just fine.
As for Halloween...we join the festivities in our neighborhood...but we shy away from the scary things or "tricks". It's more of a time to meet your neighbors, enjoy the fun, and get some candy. As for costumes...we do princesses costumes and the like -- sexy costumes are just wrong for kids. Further, the Bible tells us to dress modestly. We believe in Jesus as our Lord and Saviour and choose to follow His commands. And, suprisingly enough, that has not adversely affected my child's creativity or social interaction skills...go figure.
The Christian holidays are the most celebrated, like Christmas and Easter. We participate, and attend many church functions during this time. We do recognize Santa...but we emphasize our Lord, Jesus Christ. We give gifts to one another on Christmas, because it's Jesus' birthday.
And I am happy to say, that my child is happy, smart, and desires to serve the Lord. Alot of that has to do with her...and alot has to do with us. We parent our daughter, unlike many who choose to pay others to watch after and love their children everyday.
Hope this answers your question.
2006-10-30 04:23:31 · answer #10 · answered by BowtiePasta 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my daughter decorates her room and the house with ghosts,pumpkins,witches, and maize. We celebrate Halloween by carving pumpkins,making cookies,lighting candles,
and she goes trick or treating. I let her create all she wants and she
tells some wonderful ghost stories and drawings.
Morgaine
2006-10-30 03:53:26 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋