Georgian Church urges not to celebrate Halloween

The Georgian Church Patriarchate. Photo: Facebook.com/sazupatriarchate

The Georgian Orthodox Church opposed the celebration of Halloween in the country. The corresponding statement was published on Facebook by the Georgian Patriarchate's public relations service.

The statement said that Halloween contradicts the Orthodox church consciousness. The Georgian Church notes that Halloween is closely linked to pagan traditions.

"Although the modern show business industry tries to separate Halloween from religious ritual, this event was and remains an event born in the bosom of the church but corrupted by paganism. Instead of worshipping icons and shrines of the Church, the processions and entertainment are dedicated to characters of popular culture and fallen forces, personifications of demons," the statement said.

"Thus, Halloween is completely unacceptable for Orthodox believers," the Georgian Church concluded.

As reported, the Ministry of Defence promised that on Halloween evil spirits will be subdued by Holy Javelins and Hymars.

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