mysticghosts

Voodoo!

2008-09-25T21:39:00.001-04:00

It would probably be no exaggeration to say that Vodoun, (Vodun, Vodou) the traditional religion of Haiti, is one of the most misunderstood religions of all time. The persecution of Vodoun began when French slave owners, suspicious and highly afraid of practices unlike anything in their limited experience, outlawed the religion in Haiti. (In retrospect, they were probably right to be frightened- Vodou played a large part in Haiti's successful slave rebellion) Hollywood hasn't done much to rectify the issue, producing lurid tales of zombies, evil sorcery, and ritual murder, which reinforces the Western association of voodoo to images of black magic, curses, zombies, sticking pins in dolls, and human sacrifice. (The Serpent and the Rainbow ) Great movie by the way.
Because of misunderstandings about the nature of Vodoun, many attempts have been made to rid the world of this "demonic" religion. The use of magic and the practice of trance possession is very alien and even intimidating to many people raised in Christian traditions- the Loas are seen as demonic rather than divine, symbols misinterpreted. During the thirties, mass persecution intended to rid Voudoun from the world was unsuccessful. In 1996, Vodoun was declared the official religion of Benin, its land of origin.

"Voodoo" as we know it today originated with African slaves in Haiti; traditional Dahomey regional practices were blended with other African traditions, with elements of Masonry, ritual magick, and Catholicism, creating a unique faith that has survived some of the worst persecutions. The word 'voodoo' is a corruption of the word 'vodun,' a word that means 'god' or 'spirit' in the West African Fon language.

Vodoun traditionally embodies two traditions- obeah, or folk magic, also known colloquially in America as 'hoodoo,' and the ancient African worship of the Loa, an initiatory religious system. The primary worship practice in Vodoun is through possession, whereby the Loas or ancestors are enticed to inhabit or "mount" the bodies of worshippers, using their bodies and voices to communicate with devotees. This practice is the true Vodoun, the traditional ancestral root of the religion.

Paganism

2008-08-21T23:52:00.000-04:00

Any thoughts? Is it supernatural or naturalistic?

Time past

2008-08-21T23:46:00.003-04:00

Okay, so it's been a while since I've updated the blog. Still waiting to hear of new stories. Anyone?

Most Authentic ghost footage of all time???

2008-03-19T00:17:00.001-04:00

2008-02-20T21:42:00.001-05:00

Angels

Angels, their images appear everywhere from postcards, birth announcements, to Christmas greetings, decorations, and ornaments. They are depicted as beautiful, magnificent creatures, with majestic wings always bringing a sense of peace, love, or joy. Angels have made us curious, fired our imagination and filled us with hope and a feeling of security. People state that angels have appeared in human form out of nowhere just at the right time to save the day or create a miracle only to disappear without a trace. They are believed to watch over and protect us. I am dying to hear real life stories of angel encounters. If any of you have stories, please post them!!

Ghost orbs

2008-01-15T20:02:00.001-05:00

Check out this 5:13 second clip. Oh my God! A five star in my book.

2008-01-14T21:48:00.000-05:00

The truth about Orbs.
So what are these transparent balls of light found in photos taken in allegedly haunted places? Really, Im not sure. They are however believed to be the spirits of the dead. The problem is many orbs in photos are false. Authenticity of orbs in pictures is hard to determine due to the fact they can be confused with dust particles at the time of flash. Because of this it is hard to tell the two apart.
This picture was taken in early December by myself at the Cherry Hill House Restaurant in Mississauga ON. It is a historic and charming heritage home converted into a fine dinning restaurant. It was built in the 1800's and moved to it's current location in the 1970's.
Many stories of hauntings have surfaced in this establishment. There have been reports of a young girl riding a white horse outside, as well as mysterious footsteps wandering around the building. (Maybe this is who appeared on my camera). According to some they have seen whats been described as the heads of native Canadian's floating around the fire place. Along with ghostly noises, voices and unexplained sounds.
My husband and I have eaten at this establishment twice now. It is really remarkable. I have to say is is quite an adventure. If you ever get a chance to experince it, do it!!! The foods great too. If in fact what I caught on film was a friendly entity, It looks as though I captured it's hospitality too! Your thoughts are welcome.

lets talk about exorcisms

2008-01-13T20:23:00.001-05:00

So since I have posted the last videos of Exorcisms, I've had little sleep. If it's subconsciously or not,Im not sure. As I have said before, the whole idea scares me. I feel as though it is time to end this discussion. I have looked a little further into this concept of being possessed and found one more video worthy of showing. On to the next subject.

Real Exorcism of Anneliese Michel

2008-01-13T20:19:00.001-05:00

2007-12-29T22:15:00.000-05:00

Exorcism is derived from the Greek word "exorkizein" which means "to bind by oath". Evil spirits or demons possess a persons body and are then exorcised by a higher authority. The question is, do evil spirits or demons exist? Can they possess a persons body? After dying, do some spirits linger? Possibly attaching themselves to the living? Do they wish us harm? Is it imaginable that the living can converse with the deceased?
Many cultures believe this is true. Some even embrace spirit possession as a essential part of their spirital practices. Personally, I think psychologically one can psycho simatically create fictitous symptoms similar to a person being possessed unkowningly. However, haven spoken to people who have physically experienced exorcisms, Im not sure what I believe. I was both engrossed in their stories and terrified. Kersi, your thoughts are appreciated...

Exorcism

2007-12-27T22:25:00.001-05:00

Exorcism

2007-12-27T22:07:00.001-05:00

Okay, this time I am going a little left field. I have always been fascinated with exorcisms. They literally have scared me to death. What are they? Is it really evil spirits or beings that take over someones soul? Watch this clip. What are your thoughts, automatic reactions? Skepticism? I want to know.

2007-12-27T21:30:00.000-05:00

So, just curious what everyone thinks of this video clip? Personally, I think it's a farce. Totally a take on previous Japanese movies, IE: the Grudge? Well, check out the video bar. My favourite is the ghost in the pantry. My husband and I watched at least 10 times. I am 90% sold. However with technology now of these days, it could be some sort of projection of sorts. However, it still scared me.....a little. Im waiting for that, holy shit thats amazing clip. Let me know what you think. Or better let me see it !!

scary ghost videos from japan part 1

2007-12-27T17:46:00.001-05:00

2007-12-13T17:43:00.000-05:00

For all you believers out there I'm curious what you think of Paranormal State? Personally, I was disappointed. I was lured in with the little boy only to be left hanging. What happened? They blessed the house, had some sort of seance and then left the poor kid with nothing but a bottle of holy water. Thoughts anyone?

When I was young

2007-12-05T17:08:00.000-05:00

For me it all started since I can remember. At the age of four I would beg my Grandparents to please leave the hall light on. They never did. I would repeatedly get woken up in the middle of the night. I was so scared. As I lied there I knew exactly what I was going to face. Turning my head I found myself starring at a cloudy mist hovering in my bedroom door way. As always it would move toward me forming a shape of a policeman literallyswing his billy club. It would get closer and closer until it dispersed. A second image was an Indian wearing a full head dress made out of feathers riding a horse. It too would approach me until it disappeared. Then came the final image which always followed the second. A cowboy, also on a horse, would ride right up to my face until he to vanished. Well, this happened every night till I was 13 when we sold the house and moved. Strangely enough gradually over the years of seeing these entities, I grew accustomed to them. Towards the end I would just watch them without fear gripping me. I realized they weren't there to harm me in anyway. Now looking back, I wounder if they had something to say? My career of encounters with spirits did not end in that house, but nothing has been as intense.

...in the beginning

2007-11-29T17:53:00.000-05:00

Talk about being slapped in the face with destiny. When my good friend and I decided to start the blog together, it was really just for fun. I have a great passion for the paranormal and everything that falls in that category. Yes, I believe in ghosts, spirits, miracles and that acts of God happen. I believe everything was meant to happen for a reason. I don't believe in coincidences. So when brainstorming for a name together how strange was it when I wrote the name mysticghosts down on a piece of paper only to look at her, her eyes growing large literally having to sit down while fanning herself. That's when tears were welling up and softly she said, that's exactly the name I was thinking of. To our amazement, destiny just said hello and mysticghosts was created. Enjoy.