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The History of Exorcism
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Because of the expansion of observable evil in our society, the concept of exorcism has risen to prominence in the Western world in this century. Exorcism has frequently been sensationalised and misrepresented in Hollywood films. Although volumes have been published about demons and exorcism, little is known about what solemn exorcism is in the context of deliverance ministry. But today, Church-authorized specialist on demonology and exorcism Adam Blai delves deeply into the origins of exorcism and illuminates its meaning for you.
You'll find solutions to issues like: Is possession a uniquely Christian phenomena, or is it a universal problem? Exorcism existed before Jesus, or did He invent it? If it existed before Christianity, how did other cultures perceive and cope with it? What are other global faiths' perspectives on possession and exorcism? Is there another way to face it outside the Catholic rite?
Blai describes how exorcisms were carried out in the early days of the Church. Over time, a liturgical rite and teachings were constructed to protect the faithful in the practise of exorcisms.
You'll find solutions to issues like: Is possession a uniquely Christian phenomena, or is it a universal problem? Exorcism existed before Jesus, or did He invent it? If it existed before Christianity, how did other cultures perceive and cope with it? What are other global faiths' perspectives on possession and exorcism? Is there another way to face it outside the Catholic rite?
Blai describes how exorcisms were carried out in the early days of the Church. Over time, a liturgical rite and teachings were constructed to protect the faithful in the practise of exorcisms.
Blai discloses the following in these pages:
- Twenty-one guidelines for exorcists, produced under St. Charles Borromeo
- Fascinating examples of actual exorcisms (some made famous in movies!)
- Astounding examples of how saints helped drive out demons (even from the great beyond!)
- Which psalm is known for offering protection and deliverance from evil spirits (Can you guess?)
- The revolutionary way in which Jesus performed exorcisms
You'll discover how a harpist helped save King Saul from an evil spirit and how the spirits of giants tormented humanity. As you read about the growth of exorcism, you will notice how unusual practises occurred from time to time due to the employment of magic and superstition. There are also five exorcism guidelines from the Middle Ages and four modern symptoms of actual possession.
You'll also observe how the 1614 exorcism rite differs from the 1998 rite. There is also a helpful appendix on determining whether a problem is spiritual, mental, or medical. Throughout the text, there are numerous references.
You'll also observe how the 1614 exorcism rite differs from the 1998 rite. There is also a helpful appendix on determining whether a problem is spiritual, mental, or medical. Throughout the text, there are numerous references.
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