IT WAS a common practice in the ancient world. Sadly, it’s still practiced today—and closer to us than we’d think.

Joining us for our annual Halloween episode, a tradition since 2010, is Dr. Judd Burton (BurtonBeyond.net). We delve into the disturbing reality of human sacrifice in the modern world, exploring its historical roots, spiritual significance, and the ongoing practices that continue to occur around the world. Judd explains the connections between bloodlust, vampirism, and ritual magic, as well as the dark underbelly of human trafficking and modern slavery.

We also discuss the implications of human sacrifice in ancient cultures, the legacy of figures like Vlad Dracula, and the ongoing relevance of these themes in modern society. The dialogue delves into the linguistic roots of vampirism, the significance of archaeological sites like Gobekli Tepe, and the dark legacy of biblical narratives such as Cain and Abel.

This is an issue that is only properly understood through a biblical lens. These ancient practices and beliefs still influence the modern world.

If you’ve missed our previous Halloween episodes with Dr. Judd Burton, here they are:

• Vampires, Werewolves, and the Nephilim (2010)
• Flesh and Blood (2014)
• Halloween and the Van Helsing Way (2015)
• Halloween, Vampires, and Blood (2016)
• Paneas, the Watchers, and the Ghosts of Giants (2017)
• Terrors and Tropes (2018)
• From Watchers to Witches (2019)
• Gobekli Tepe and the Watchers (2020)
• Supernatural Contraband (2021)
• Fairy Tales and Halloween (2022)
• Creepy Dolls (2023)

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JOIN US IN ISRAEL! Our 2025 tour features special guests Timothy Alberino, Dr. Judd Burton, and Doug Van Dorn! We will tour the Holy Land March 25–April 3, 2025, with an optional three-day extension in Jordan. For more information, log on to GilbertHouse.org/travel.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to security concerns in the Middle East, we have decided to cancel our planned Solidarity Mission to Israel in November.

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