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Halloween: Why We Long to Be Haunted

Deep Talks | Cultural Theology with Paul Anleitner

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Exploring the Transcendent Through the Lens of Halloween Culture

This chapter explores the transition from deism to atheism through the lens of classic monster films, highlighting how these narratives express humanity's yearning for the transcendent. It reflects on the symbolic nature of monsters as representations of societal fears and encourages a deeper engagement with these themes, particularly around Halloween.

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