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Apparition :
The act of becoming visible; appearance; visibility
n apparition, more commonly referred to as a ghost, is the actual visible
manifestation of a being. These are usually appearances of people or
animals who are no longer living. Although There are many cases
claiming the appearance of a living being to others as when they were
known to be in an entirely different location. This too, could be
considered an apparition. Apparitions can appear to be solid or almost
transparent. Some believe that apparitions are an imprint left by the living
on the atmosphere around them, that can still be seen long after their
death.
Angel
An angel is a spiritual being found in many religions around the world.
They are often regarded as messengers of God. Others believe that
angels act as both messenger and protector of humanity, against the
unseen evils of the world. Hence, guardian angels. Angels are almost
always considered an extension of a more supreme being. Angels have
been an intricate part of human religion and spirituality for as long as
history has been recorded. Just as with their counterparts, angels are
considered by some as a spiritual force, while others believe that angels
can take physical form.
Cold Spots
Cold spots are small self-contained air pockets that feel colder than the
ambient temperature, they have been recorded between 10-40 degrees
lower than the ambient air. They are usually found in the location at the
approximate time of a manifestation. Witnesses frequently describe cold
spots, or relate that they felt a chill upon entering the area (of a
manifestation). It is theorized that these cold spots are the result of the
manifestation using the heat energy of the surrounding air as fuel.
Demon
Demons are as ancient as time itself and are probably the most feared
type of entity on earth. With deep roots In religion, folklore, and
mythology a demon is a supernatural force that is generally described as
a malevolent spirit. In Christianity demons are generally believed to be
fallen angels, formerly of God. A demon is believed by some to be a force
that can be conjured and controlled. Demons are also believed to have
the ability to possess or inhabit the body of humans, requiring an
exorcism to remove it. A demon or demons are portrayed differently in
different cultures. Some believe demons to be actual physical beings that
can take the form of anything, including small children. Others consider
demons as more of a spiritual force of evil battling for one's soul. Demons
have been feared and written about in almost every culture in one form or
another for as long as history has been recorded
Ectoplasm
Ectoplasm is generally thought of as left over residue from paranormal
activity. It is generally thought of a either a solid or vapor form.
EVP
sections of static noise on the radio or electronic recording which some
listeners believe sound like voices speaking words, and which paranormal
investigators interpret as the voices of ghosts or spirits. When an EVP is
recorded there are no voices present at the time of the recording. An
EVP is only audible when played back.
EMF
Electromagnetic Fields-EMF's are created naturally on the earth and also
by man made objects. A high concentration of electromagnetic activity in
a specific area is considered by many as a sign of paranormal activity.
Prolonged exposure to high EMF's can actually cause paranoia and
sometimes hallucinations. These effects can sometimes be attributed to
suspected paranormal experiences.
Extrasensory Perception (ESP)
Otherwise known as a "sixth sense" ESP is an ability to perceive
happenings or information that is normally not perceived through any of
our traditional senses
Mist
This is the most common form of ghosts on film. They are usually
blankets of light or a mist that can take various shapes and sizes. Often
mists are associated with full body apparitions. Some theorize that this
could be ectoplasm, which some people believe is residue from
paranormal activity.
Orb
Orbs are found in many photographs taken in known haunted or
paranormal locations. They usually appear as circular white balls of light,
but can be a variety of colors. Sometimes they appear solid and other
times they can seem transparent. Orbs are widely believed to be
concentrated energy created due to paranormal activity, or the actual
manifestation of a spirit in the form of energy. Orbs have been
documented in both still photos and video footage. Although some
suspected orbs can be explained by dust particles or bugs, others remain
a mystery.
.
Poltergeist
A poltergeist is a spirit, sometimes demonic, that manifests itself by the
physical movement and sometimes breaking of objects. Poltergeists are
generally believed to be centered around a single individual. Usually that
individual has been experiencing some for of emotional stress or trauma
prior to manifestation.
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The act of becoming visible; appearance; visibility
n apparition, more commonly referred to as a ghost, is the actual visible
manifestation of a being. These are usually appearances of people or
animals who are no longer living. Although There are many cases
claiming the appearance of a living being to others as when they were
known to be in an entirely different location. This too, could be
considered an apparition. Apparitions can appear to be solid or almost
transparent. Some believe that apparitions are an imprint left by the living
on the atmosphere around them, that can still be seen long after their
death.
Angel
An angel is a spiritual being found in many religions around the world.
They are often regarded as messengers of God. Others believe that
angels act as both messenger and protector of humanity, against the
unseen evils of the world. Hence, guardian angels. Angels are almost
always considered an extension of a more supreme being. Angels have
been an intricate part of human religion and spirituality for as long as
history has been recorded. Just as with their counterparts, angels are
considered by some as a spiritual force, while others believe that angels
can take physical form.
Cold Spots
Cold spots are small self-contained air pockets that feel colder than the
ambient temperature, they have been recorded between 10-40 degrees
lower than the ambient air. They are usually found in the location at the
approximate time of a manifestation. Witnesses frequently describe cold
spots, or relate that they felt a chill upon entering the area (of a
manifestation). It is theorized that these cold spots are the result of the
manifestation using the heat energy of the surrounding air as fuel.
Demon
Demons are as ancient as time itself and are probably the most feared
type of entity on earth. With deep roots In religion, folklore, and
mythology a demon is a supernatural force that is generally described as
a malevolent spirit. In Christianity demons are generally believed to be
fallen angels, formerly of God. A demon is believed by some to be a force
that can be conjured and controlled. Demons are also believed to have
the ability to possess or inhabit the body of humans, requiring an
exorcism to remove it. A demon or demons are portrayed differently in
different cultures. Some believe demons to be actual physical beings that
can take the form of anything, including small children. Others consider
demons as more of a spiritual force of evil battling for one's soul. Demons
have been feared and written about in almost every culture in one form or
another for as long as history has been recorded
Ectoplasm
Ectoplasm is generally thought of as left over residue from paranormal
activity. It is generally thought of a either a solid or vapor form.
EVP
sections of static noise on the radio or electronic recording which some
listeners believe sound like voices speaking words, and which paranormal
investigators interpret as the voices of ghosts or spirits. When an EVP is
recorded there are no voices present at the time of the recording. An
EVP is only audible when played back.
EMF
Electromagnetic Fields-EMF's are created naturally on the earth and also
by man made objects. A high concentration of electromagnetic activity in
a specific area is considered by many as a sign of paranormal activity.
Prolonged exposure to high EMF's can actually cause paranoia and
sometimes hallucinations. These effects can sometimes be attributed to
suspected paranormal experiences.
Extrasensory Perception (ESP)
Otherwise known as a "sixth sense" ESP is an ability to perceive
happenings or information that is normally not perceived through any of
our traditional senses
Mist
This is the most common form of ghosts on film. They are usually
blankets of light or a mist that can take various shapes and sizes. Often
mists are associated with full body apparitions. Some theorize that this
could be ectoplasm, which some people believe is residue from
paranormal activity.
Orb
Orbs are found in many photographs taken in known haunted or
paranormal locations. They usually appear as circular white balls of light,
but can be a variety of colors. Sometimes they appear solid and other
times they can seem transparent. Orbs are widely believed to be
concentrated energy created due to paranormal activity, or the actual
manifestation of a spirit in the form of energy. Orbs have been
documented in both still photos and video footage. Although some
suspected orbs can be explained by dust particles or bugs, others remain
a mystery.
.
Poltergeist
A poltergeist is a spirit, sometimes demonic, that manifests itself by the
physical movement and sometimes breaking of objects. Poltergeists are
generally believed to be centered around a single individual. Usually that
individual has been experiencing some for of emotional stress or trauma
prior to manifestation.
Ghosts Home
Our Paranormal terminology page contains lots
of common terms used when dealing in the
paranormal. It is important to keep in mind that
opinions differ on the definitions of certain terms.
These definitions are meant to help give a
general idea about important paranormal terms
and not intended to be used for educational
purposes.
of common terms used when dealing in the
paranormal. It is important to keep in mind that
opinions differ on the definitions of certain terms.
These definitions are meant to help give a
general idea about important paranormal terms
and not intended to be used for educational
purposes.