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Ghost Glossary- Page 7

Instrumental Transcommunication

instrumental transcommunication High-technology communication with nonphysical beings and the dead. Instrumental transcommunication (ITC) evolved out of Electronic Voice Phenomena (EVP), and includes EVP. ITC is a partnership of worlds. Higher beings, called
25 July 2017
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Banshee

A banshee is a female Death Omen spirit of Ireland and Scotland that attaches itself to families—especially those whose surnames begin with “Mac” and “O”—and manifests to herald an approaching death in the family. There are variations of the banshee
25 July 2017
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Levitation

Levitation is the lifting up into the air of objects, persons and animals without apparent natural

Silver

In folklore, silver is an effective metal with magical powers for dealing with the supernatural. Silver

Phantasmagoria

A phantasmagoria is a ghost-making machine used for popular entertainment from the late 18th century through the 19th century. The device, developed by Belgian optician E. G. Robertson in the 1790s, projected
8 July 2017

Out-of-Body Experience (OBE)

An out-of-body experience (OBE) is a phenomenon in which a person feels projected from the body to distant locations, even to nonphysical worlds. Out-of-body experiences are not considered paranormal. Although descriptions of
8 July 2017

Luminator

A luminator is a subtle energy device that can be programmed to facilitate Spirit Photography. The luminator was invented by Patrick Richards of Michigan. It looks like a large, slim stereo speaker.
7 July 2017

Ley Lines

Ley lines are alignments of powerful, invisible earth energy that crisscross the planet, believed to be of spiritual and magical importance, and also believed to play a role in Hauntings. Ley lines are
6 July 2017

Jack-o’ lantern

The Jack-o’-lantern (also jacky lantern) is a type of Ignis Fatuus, or “foolish fire.” In British folklore, the jack-o’- lantern is a spectral light that drifts about at night, scaring travellers and
5 July 2017
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Amulet

An amulet is any material or object believed to have supernatural or magical powers of protection against ghosts, evil spirits, witchcraft, the Evil Eye, illness, misfortune, calamities, and any kind of disaster.
5 July 2017

Dreams in Ghost Lore

Dreams are the most common form of After-Death Communication, and a common medium for experiencing ghosts and nonhuman entities. Historical Overview Dreams have always shared a strong connection to the dead and
30 June 2017

Black Dogs in Ghost Lore

Black dogs are common Apparitions. Phantom black dogs are widespread and sometimes concentrated in particular areas, where they become known by names such as Black Shuck and Snarly Yow. Black dogs are
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