Category: Paranormal

  • Can “possession” be explained without the concept of devils or demons taking control of people?

    Can “possession” be explained without the concept of devils or demons taking control of people?

    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…

  • The Horrific History of Witch Trials in England

    The Horrific History of Witch Trials in England

    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…

  • On The Various Types Of Supernatural Entities & Manifestations

    On The Various Types Of Supernatural Entities & Manifestations

    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…

  • Why should we study the Paranormal?

    Why should we study the Paranormal?

    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…

  • The Crop Circle Phenomena.

    The Crop Circle Phenomena.

    Although images of crop circles have diminished in recent years, [at least in this country] the subject still remains a phenomenon and continues to divide opinions to this day. The British media first became aware of this extraordinary phenomenon back in the early 1980s. Farmers began to notice strange markings…