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Post by Melinda Halliwell on Oct 31, 2023 15:52:13 GMT -5
In celebration of Halloween here is Bob's thoughts on the episode "All Halliwell's Eve" itself.
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Post by rebooted on Oct 31, 2023 15:59:29 GMT -5
I did not make any of the GIFS in 2021 or older. I did make the GIFs in 2022, though. I won't be celebrating Halloween, for the first time, this year, though. I'mma celebrate Harvest (not be confused with Thanksgiving), though. Gonna spend time with family. So, Happy Harvest ;P Its interesting because in New Zealand Halloween is more like an observation than a celebration. Sometimes there are parties but growing up Halloween was thought of as more of a Northern Hemisphere thing - or commercially American. I don't like Halloween - but I think its because ever since watching AHE - I feel like the modern day take on Halloween is a mockery of a religion or wicca culture. I also find it weird how a country like the US which is very Christian and religious based (even though secular) recognizes a pagan festival. But may be its just a little bit fun.
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Post by Aaeiyn on Oct 31, 2023 16:43:48 GMT -5
I did not make any of the GIFS in 2021 or older. I did make the GIFs in 2022, though. I won't be celebrating Halloween, for the first time, this year, though. I'mma celebrate Harvest (not be confused with Thanksgiving), though. Gonna spend time with family. So, Happy Harvest ;P Its interesting because in New Zealand Halloween is more like an observation than a celebration. Sometimes there are parties but growing up Halloween was thought of as more of a Northern Hemisphere thing - or commercially American. I don't like Halloween - but I think its because ever since watching AHE - I feel like the modern day take on Halloween is a mockery of a religion or wicca culture. I also find it weird how a country like the US which is very Christian and religious based (even though secular) recognizes a pagan festival. But may be its just a christian little bit fun. You're absolutely right about the US supposed to be a Christian country. Unfortunately, it seems like they need to read their bibles more. Which is what I've done. I've (also) been reading about different origins and histories of other "holidays". The Christian aspect of these "holidays" seemed to have been forgotten. Harvest (not Thanksgiving) is NOT Pagan (like a lot of the internet likes to believe). In fact, Harvest is biblical (see Exodus 23:14-16). Which is why I'm celebrating it, instead. Sure, it's supposed to be "Spring - Summer", but I'd rather substitute Halloween with "Harvest". The word "feast" doesn't always mean "food party" but "festival", as well. When it comes to Christmas, there's another split among Christian circles, and I understand why. "Santa" has replaced Jesus. So, I'm gonna drop the "Santa" aspect of Christmas, this year. Same with the tree. To me, these represent "idols". However, I'm keeping the "gift giving". As Christians are supposed to be giving. Along with family get togethers. And keeping it about Jesus.
Sorry to rant like this, but I've studying a lot on these subjects, for awhile lol And, no, I don't feel like watching Charmed harms my faith. We all know how not so accurate it is with its "witchcraft". Maybe S1-S2 but after that, not so much. I like Charmed's story of good vs evil and their family bonding even outside the sisters.
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Post by Sandra on Nov 1, 2023 2:03:35 GMT -5
HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE!
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Post by aggiefan12 on Nov 1, 2023 11:20:50 GMT -5
Seemed like they mixed Samhain with All Hallows Eve in this episode.
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Post by rebooted on Nov 2, 2023 1:23:43 GMT -5
HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE! Happy Halloween !
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