Category: Paranormal
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Physicists probe the paranormal
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“The question of whether paranormal phenomena actually exist probably divides educated members of modern Western civilization as sharply as any other single issue. If it is true that the human brain can receive messages and control things in ways that cannot be explained normally, then this undermines the belief of…
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Can “possession” be explained without the concept of devils or demons taking control of people?
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There has been a suggestion that there may be a psychological element involved in the “possession” explanation of human beings, including dissociative identity disorder [DID] The `Psychology Today` website provides the following definition: `DID is a rare condition in which two or more distinct identities, or personality states are present…
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The Horrific History of Witch Trials in England
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In the 16th and 17th centuries suspicion of witchcraft was at its height. In England and other nations across Europe there were trials and executions of suspected witches, including in Oxford. Hundreds died in England as a result. THE BEGINNING The first law relating to witchcraft in England was not introduced until…
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On The Various Types Of Supernatural Entities & Manifestations
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The universe is a strange place. Here’s a list of the many supernatural manifestations and entities said to exist. Whether you believe these are cosmic anomalies, hallucinations, or tricks of light…well, I’ll leave that for you to decide. Types Of Manifestations Apparitions. The typical appearance of a ghost or other…
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Why should we study the Paranormal?
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Science & Unusual experiences. Paranormal experiences should be studied due to the profound effects that these experiences / encounters have on individuals and in some cases, groups of people and witnesses. [Rendlesham forest UFO incident being a prime example]Such experiences can result in both positive and negative reactions, and can…