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Demons, Possession, Exorcism --- your opinions/recommendations on books and authors
6/16/13 | me

Posted on 06/16/2013 5:47:16 PM PDT by workerbee

I am currently reading The Day Satan Called by Bill Scott.... somewhat interesting, but at this point (about a quarter into it) not very well-written or even believable. I'm interested in your opinions or suggestions for non-fictional accounts of demonic possession, Satanism, and the like -- I'm considering Malachi Martin's Hostages of the Devil. I'd also be interested in your thoughts on these topics as they relate to ouija boards, Enneagram charts, or even yoga, as well as any personal experiences you may have with said topics. I'm especially concerned with a Roman Catholic or Orthodox point of view but any Christian viewpoint will be appreciated. Thank you!


TOPICS: Apologetics; Catholic; Ecumenism; Theology
KEYWORDS: demons; exorcism; occult; possession
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1 posted on 06/16/2013 5:47:16 PM PDT by workerbee
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To: workerbee
"I'm considering Malachi Martin's Hostages of the Devil."

Martin's book is well worth reading, as is An Exorcist Tells His Story, by Gabriele Amorth.

2 posted on 06/16/2013 5:50:59 PM PDT by Joe 6-pack (Qui me amat, amat et canem meum.)
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To: workerbee

Pigs in the Parlor. J.Penn Lewis’, War on the Saints. Anything by Neil Anderson.


3 posted on 06/16/2013 5:52:05 PM PDT by phillyfanatic
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To: workerbee

Look bud, you can’t just go charging in to stuff like this, it is extremely dangerous.

If you do, you could open yourself up to a lot of trouble. Strengthen yourself and understand spiritual warfare. You are playing with fire


4 posted on 06/16/2013 5:52:13 PM PDT by yldstrk (My heroes have always been cowboys)
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To: workerbee

I second the opinion on Martin’s book, although it scared the crap out of me. But don’t dwell too much on this subject. It’s not wise.


5 posted on 06/16/2013 5:53:46 PM PDT by mkmensinger
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To: workerbee

An Exorcist Tells His Story, Fr. Gabriele Amorth

Tread carefully, make no invitations


6 posted on 06/16/2013 5:55:04 PM PDT by Clarence
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To: workerbee; yldstrk

What yldstrk said. Times 100.


7 posted on 06/16/2013 5:56:09 PM PDT by piytar (The predator-class is furious that their prey are shooting back.)
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To: workerbee

Not a Sci-fi fan.


8 posted on 06/16/2013 5:58:42 PM PDT by deadrock
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To: yldstrk; workerbee

workerbee, I TOTALLY agree with yldstrk. This is NOT to be taken lightly....not saying you are, or mean to, but it’s dangerous stuff.


9 posted on 06/16/2013 5:59:20 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma (Psalm 83)
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To: yldstrk

I would say a passing interest in this stuff is well worth passing. If you are feeling called or lead to a deeper understanding then do so with a spiritual mentor/director.


10 posted on 06/16/2013 5:59:46 PM PDT by melsec (Once a Jolly Swagman camped by a Billabong.)
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To: workerbee

In the 1300’s two monks wrote the manual on how to handle witches etc. If you suspect someone is a witch or is possessed, the methods used in this book have been tested by the catholic church.

Book is called

Malleus_Maleficarum

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malleus_Maleficarum


11 posted on 06/16/2013 6:00:28 PM PDT by Manta (Obama to issue executive order repealing laws of physics)
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You are playing with fire
I agree with yldstrk. If you're at all familiar with the Fr. Thomas Euteneuer story, you'll know why you should steer clear from the topic of exorcism.
12 posted on 06/16/2013 6:00:52 PM PDT by mlizzy (If people spent an hour a week in Eucharistic adoration, abortion would be ended. --Mother Teresa)
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To: workerbee

Words of wisdom: “Play with fire, you may get burned.”


13 posted on 06/16/2013 6:02:11 PM PDT by evangmlw
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To: workerbee
I notice a couple of people recommending Malachi Martin "Hostage to the Devil," and somebody said it scared them.

I read the book, and it did not frighten me in the least, although this subject generally scares me. But I would recommend that you steer a wide path around the subject in general -- its just not something lay people should mess with in my opinion. Focus on whatever is good, whatever it light, whatever is pure, etc.

And do NOT touch a Ouija board. Don't even entertain the thought of messing with one. My dad had some very, very real and frightening experiences with a Ouija board. I promise you, it is not a toy, it is not a parlor game, it is a direct open portal to the deepest bowels of hell.

14 posted on 06/16/2013 6:02:52 PM PDT by Wyrd bið ful aræd (Gone Galt, 11/07/12----No king but Christ! Don't tread on me!)
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To: mkmensinger

Agreed - “Hostage To The Devil” by Fr. Martin is an excellent book; also M. Scott Peck wrote “Glimpses of the Devil,” which is informative reading. Best to keep your mind focused on the good which God keeps you - always protect your mind from evil temptation and influences of the Devil!


15 posted on 06/16/2013 6:03:47 PM PDT by Ken522
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To: workerbee

~The Bible
~Monty Python

That should cover it.


16 posted on 06/16/2013 6:05:33 PM PDT by 1_Rain_Drop
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To: workerbee

“Hostage to the Devil” is very well written.

On the negative side, I found it very frightening, and could only read it during the day.

I still can’t decide whether my fear was caused by demonic power attached to the book, or by the stories themselves.

The book can serve the salutary purpose of warning us of the dangers of dabbling in the occult, but it could also arouse curiosity.

Check your own personality beforehand.


17 posted on 06/16/2013 6:06:46 PM PDT by St_Thomas_Aquinas
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To: workerbee

“but any Christian viewpoint will be appreciated. Thank”

Suggested reading:

Rev 18:23

Leviticus 19:31

Deuteronomy 18: 10,11,12

Acts 19:18,19,20 18

2 Corinthians 2:11


18 posted on 06/16/2013 6:09:01 PM PDT by ScottfromNJ
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To: evangmlw
Words of wisdom: “Play with fire, you may get burned.”

Well said...I don't believe in ghosts...but I don't mess around with Ouija boards just in case.
19 posted on 06/16/2013 6:09:47 PM PDT by DJlaysitup
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To: workerbee

I don’t know of any books to recommend, but I can comment on ouija boards....quite simply, stay away from them.

First of all, Scripture forbids us from contacting the dead. Secondly, anything you make contact WITH while using one of those boards will not be of God, and you will be inviting it in.

Years ago, a friend of mine had a terrifying experience with one of those things.


20 posted on 06/16/2013 6:10:58 PM PDT by CatherineofAragon ((Support Christian white males----the architects of the jewel known as Western Civilization).)
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