Category: Spiritualism
Ragtime Ghost Haunts New Haven Graveyard
At the turn of the twentieth century, newspapers loved a good ghost story, especially when the haunting came with witnesses, crowds, and just enough absurdity…
The Hohenzollern Ghost and the Tragedy of the White Lady
Royal families rarely come with simple ghost stories. Their legends tend to be dressed in velvet, sharpened by betrayal, and carried through the halls for…
The Phantom Sewing Machine Phenomenon Stirs Unrest in Portugal
A strange sound was heard throughout Portugal for about three months in 1920. Some described it as sounding like a phantom sewing machine. Could this…
Exploring High Magic: Rituals, Knowledge, and Spiritual Aspiration
High magic, often contrasted with low or “folk” magic, is a term used to categorize a form of magical practice that is ceremonial and complex….
10 Traits of an Old Soul – How to Tell if You are an Old Soul
The concept of an “old soul” often refers to someone who exhibits wisdom, maturity, and sensibilities that seem beyond their years. You can read more…
Pondering the Meaning of “Old Soul” and Its Definition
An “old soul.” What is it? The phrase, laden with intrigue and reverence, conjures images of wisdom beyond years, an ancient spirit navigating the modern…
Gateway to the Angelic Realm: An Overview of Enochian Magic
Enochian magic is a system of ceremonial magic based on the evocation and commanding of various spirits. It was developed by the 16th-century mathematician, astronomer,…
1913 Instructions on How to Protect Self From Psychic Vampires
Published in a New Jersey newspaper, 1913, the following article details how to ward off psychic and emotional vampires. The advice is spot-on for self-protection…
Definition and Meaning of Heathen
To fully appreciate the term’s depth, we must first look to its origins. “Heathen” paints a picture of early European societies, ones that thrived before…
Ghost noises heard on Church Island, North Carolina
Weird, ghostly noises were reported on Church Island, North Carolina in 1928. Locals pointed to the spirits of pirates and buccaneers who once sailed the…
