Spirit possession refers to a phenomenon where an individual is believed to be inhabited or controlled by a supernatural entity or spirit. This can manifest in various ways, including changes in behavior, voice, or personality. Different cultures interpret and respond to spirit possession in diverse ways, often viewing it in the context of religious or spiritual beliefs. In some cases, it may be associated with healing rituals or spiritual communication, while in others, it may be considered a psychological or medical issue.
Zār custom involves the possession of an individual (usually female) by a spirit Zār custom involves the possession of an individual (usually female) by a spirit
Possession, haunting
Jacques Bourgaux has written: 'Possessions et simulacres' -- subject(s): Acting, Demoniac possession, Spirit possession
Matthias Krings has written: 'Geister des Feuers' -- subject(s): Social life and customs, Hausa (African people), Bori (Cult), Spirit possession 'Feuer, Alkohol und Zigaretten' -- subject(s): Religion, Cults, Hausa (African people), Spirit possession, Trance
Judy Rosenthal has written: 'Possession, ecstasy, and law in Ewe voodoo' -- subject(s): Ecstasy, Ewe (African people), Ewe Law, Law, Ewe, Religion, Spirit possession
Mary Keller has written: 'The hammer and the flute' -- subject(s): Religious life, Spirit possession, Women
In the Old Testament, there are instances of demon possession described, such as in the story of King Saul being tormented by an evil spirit. People of that time dealt with demon possession through rituals, prayers, and seeking help from prophets or spiritual leaders.
Graham Dwyer has written: 'The divine and the demonic' -- subject(s): Customs and practices, Exorcism, Hinduism, Spirit possession
In oder to be in possession it has to be on you or in your sorroundings.
A young girl buys an antique box at a yard sale which unleashes a malicious spirit. Her divorced parents must team up to fix the curse on their daughter.
Kenneth Anthony Lum has written: 'Praising his name in the dance' -- subject(s): Orishas, Religious life and customs, Spirit possession, Spiritual Baptists
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