Asked by Kayla

What are some reasons why some people would belive that the Day of the dead celebration is wrong?
Answered by Ms. Sue
Some of the activities during Day of the Dead seem ghoulish to me. Also, some might object to the pagan origins of this holiday.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Day_of_the_Dead
Answered by Writeacher
Here is what a friend of mine wrote yesterday when asked if "Dia de los Muertos" and "Halloween" are two names for the same thing:

<i>Yes, today is Dia de Los Muertos, also know as All Souls Day in the Roman Catholic Church & tomorrow is All Saints Day. It is different from Halloween so is not the translation of "Halloween." Today many honor their loved ones who are deceased & pray for their souls. The cemetery will be filled with families, food & music tonight. I think the closest translation for "Halloween" is "Dia de las brujas" (witches).</i>
Answered by SraJMcGin
IN a Spanish dictionary, Hallowe'en is translated "víspera de Todos los Santos." Another name for "el Día de los Muertos" is "el Día de los Difuntos."

It's a lively time for the living and wine is poured on the graves, as well as leaving food. Why? Because the dead have not had anything to drink nor anything to eat for a whole year!

Sra
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