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Down with the ironic death cult of Halloween

Down with the ironic death cult of Halloween


I’ve never been a fan of Halloween. In recent years, as the celebrations have become darker and more gruesome, I have begun to dread its onset.

Part of my aversion comes from my own hidden, pre-modern Calvinist view, in which death is no laughing matter and necromancy is forbidden by God (see Deuteronomy 18:9-13). Forgive my puritanical sensibilities, but I find the whole spectacle ugly, offensive and vaguely sinister. What kind of “party” deliberately terrifies children with images of murder and ruin and treats torture and death as a joke? I look forward to the day when this ironic non-holiday takes the form of Flag Day or Michaelmas Day.

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With a penchant for words, Eleon Smith began writing at an early age. As editor-in-chief of his high school newspaper, he honed his skills telling impactful stories. Smith went on to study journalism at Columbia University, where he graduated top of his class. After interning at the New York Times, Smith landed a role as a news writer. Over the past decade, he has covered major events like presidential elections and natural disasters. His ability to craft compelling narratives that capture the human experience has earned him acclaim. Though writing is his passion, Eleon also enjoys hiking, cooking and reading historical fiction in his free time. With an eye for detail and knack for storytelling, he continues making his mark at the forefront of journalism.
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