Stories and explanations of demonic encounters, possession and exorcism.
There's something more than just odd about these black-eyed people. Those who have encountered them sense an air of evil, of malevolence. They say there's a feeling of darkness, demonic... not human. Oh, and never let them in your house if they come knocking. Here are some true stories.
Bark of Evil Laughter - Your True Tales - October 2009
A Fan wants to know how he can get rid of a demon that he believes is controlling his life.
The Dancing Demon - Your True Tales - July 2009
Aliens and Demon Terror - Your True Tales - July 2009
The Islamic concept of the spirit beings known as the djinn is more complex than the notion of demons. Here's some interesting information.
Watch this actual Islamic exorcism to free a victim believed to be possessed by an evil Djinn.
A college student encounters a mysterious stranger with a dark, dangerous power: the ability to conjure the spirit of Islamic folklore – the [i]djinn[/i]
The true story of the case that inspired [i]The Exorcism of Emily Rose[/i]. But was she really possessed?
Video from Russian television reporting on exorcisms in that country, including footage of actual exorcisms
Listen to an extraordinary recording of an actual exorcism involving a 16-year-old girl in a Russian Orthodox Church and read about the eyewitness account
True stories from readers.
For five Oklahoma teenagers, one night at a summer youth camp marks the beginning of terrifying conflict with an entity known only as Ara. From your About.com Guide.
A chance meeting with a mysterious woman opens the door to supernatural activity.
Are the fiery UFOs seen in the skies all over the world alien craft? Or is it possible that they are actually djinn – demonic beings? This article makes the case.
A pioneering psychotherapist points her profession back to its roots, saying that a growing number of people say they are experiencing demonic possession in subtle ways.
You needn't fear ol' Satan. Here's how to "slam the door on the Devil" and rejoice in your victory.
History and descriptions of those thought to be possessed by demons, and the involvement of the Catholic Church.
The devil and his demons can indeed possess an individual, says Fr. William P. Saunders. He explains the Catholic Church's position on possession - and what they do about it.
A history of demons, demonic possession, demon activity, species of demons and a list of demon names can all be found here.
The Thelemic tradition of Aleister Crowley is openly connected to demonolatry: worship of demonic entities or negative astral entities.
An article for those folks who insist that they have demonic entities that are terrorizing them or family members.
Possessions are a real occurrence, but they're actually caused by ghosts! That's the startling claim of ghost exorcist Wanda Pratnicka.
Satan has devised the delusion that we are entering an important evolutionary phase, this article says, and there is a link between the alien phenomenon and satanic activity.
Know someone possessed by the Devil? You're in luck: Here's a complete handbook explaining its causes and the all-important exorcism.
This is a type of psychological exorcism through past-life therapy, the result of the work of Edith Fiore, an American psychologist.
The Devil may seem an archaic symbol of evil, but he is supposed to be alive in the world to this day with his Satanic conspiracies.
Is the ancient story of the devil based on a being named Zu who actually lived - and was an extraterrestrial? An interesting article based on Sitchin's Anunaki theories.
The devil is merely a late night fable told by those who wish to control the masses by fear and restriction, this article opines. Sounds reasonable to me.
Includes such sections as: the facts, how one becomes possessed, healings through exorcisms, deliverance prayers and more.
A very good overview of the rite of exorcism, from Biblical times up to the present, including the stages of exorcism.
Demonic possession got a propaganda boost by the re-release of
The Exorcist and the "true story" in the form of a book and TV movie,
Possessed. However, a year-long investigation belie the claim that a teenage boy was possessed by Satan in 1949.
Written by a priest, this is the alleged true story of an exorcism that took place in 1565, complete with dialog with Satan.
There is still argument among scholars as to what an exorcism really is. Should it be a psychological process? Is it a spiritual sickness? Can depressive treatments help?
Explains what an exorcism is, why it is performed and how it is performed.
Each world religion or tradition seems to have its own idea of what is considered evil. Here is a compilation of "demons" from the Americas, Europe, the Middle and Far East, and Judeo-Christian demons.
Hey, everyone needs a little understanding - even Lucifer. Here's a rundown of who Satan is, his powers and how to resist him.
Looks at the cold, hard facts behind the story that inspired
The Exorcist. Turns out the child was not possessed at all.
Strange Magazine investigates.
What is the reality of the phenomenon? Does a real "entity" invade the mind, or can answers be found in the psychology of the experiencer? Or is the answer somewhere in between?
A web resource about demons from a Roman Catholic demonologist's perspective, including warnings about getting involved in demonology, cautionary information about separating the mundane from the spiritual, basic self-help advice, and referral information for private consultation.
According to this site, the city and face on Mars are what remain of Satan's battle with God and his angels.
Bothered by demons just a little bit? Here's a "simple exorcism" against Satan as published by Pope Leo XIII.
If sexual harassment is defined as "unwelcome attention," then possession may be defined as "unwelcome intrusion of interference by a spirit into one's thoughts, will and/or body."
A selection of classic teachings about the Lord of Darkness and forces of evil in world religions.
