Exorcism

“Don't you make me be in that book by myself! You're part of the story now too—Henrietta's gonna get mad and come get you if you try to leave yourself out of there!" Deborah Lacks exclaimed. Rebecca Skloot, the author of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, was reluctant at first to include herself as a character in this piece of nonfiction. However, she became remarkably entwined with the Lacks family, specifically Deborah, that it was imperative she incorporated her character in the work.…

During the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, people who engaged criminal activity were believed to be possessed by demons and/or evil spirits. As a punishment, banishment and exorcism were used. The Classical school of criminology is the first principle that is still implied today is talked about, meaning that people rationally choose to commit the crime and have the ability to choose right from wrong. The Classical school of…

back to the late eleven hundred B.C. Prior to modern medicine this disorder was believed to be caused by evil forces and “cures” were brutal. “Therapies” used to treat these disorders included beatings, burnings, castration, blood transfusions, and exorcisms. Trephination was also another method this consisted of drilling a hole into the skull. These treatments were believed to have been done to release evil spirits thought to cause these illnesses. Brutal treatments were not replaced until the…

from a Greek word meaning simply that which proceeds from the uterus”. In the 5th century BC, Hippocrates was using the word “hysteria” to describe women experiencing anxiety or stress. By the middle ages, hysteria was associated with witchcraft. Exorcism and torture became the preferred treatments of hysteria and remained until the modern age. The outbreak of hysteria was the Salem witch trials, where 19 women were hanged for witchcraft. Throughout history hysteria has been regarded as a…

When it comes to the battle between Gandalf the Gray and Albus Dumbledore, it’s a very hard choice for a sci-fi nerd like me to pick a favorite. With so many pros to both I had to debate a lot about which one was the best, but I would have to say that Mr. Gandalf, hands down, is the best and most helping wizard of all time. In the next few paragraphs I will explain to you the key points why I think Gandalf the Gray is the best choice. Character portrayal is a very important part to look at…

In August Wilson’s The Piano lesson, we see what seems to be the irresolute struggle of a woman that dwells on her family’s past and seemingly cannot move on. Berneice Charles, a main character is the sister of Boy Willie, and they are the direct descendants of an enslaved family, living in Pittsburgh during the early 20th century. Throughout the text, Berneice experiences many struggles, which are the result of her inability to accept her family’s troublesome past and embrace her legacy. The…

The Origins of Daoism It is explained in three different theories listed below. Attitudinal Daoism I: Anarchism Attitudinal Daoism II: Authoritarian Intuitionism Pre-Laozi Daoist Theory Much of the thrust of Daoism, as we have seen, naturally motivates a reaction against the moralistic and elitist inclinations of Confucianism. Confucianism stood for a rigid, detailed, traditional pattern of hierarchical social behavior. Duties were assigned to all of one's social roles—and a person typically…

The miracles he performed are split up into four types: physical healings, nature miracles, exorcisms, and raisings from the dead. On of his infamous miracles is the raising of his friend Lazarus from the dead. After Jesus received a message from both of Lazarus’ sister saying that he was very ill, Jesus began his journey to help Lazarus. Upon arrival…

Look, it's happened! I had my doubts after The Darkness but this time we got a good one! Horror just doesn't get any better than The Conjuring 2. Right, it's a sequel too. Mind. Blown. The Conjuring 2 brings back actors Patrick Wilson (The Switch, Hard Candy, Space Station 76) and Vera Farmiga (Up in the Air, The Judge, The Boy in the Striped Pajamas) in their roles as paranormal investegator couple Ed and Lorraine Warren. After the tragic incident at the amityville house Ed and Lorraine step…

Mental illness is a severe problem in America; lots of people on the planet are affected by this sickness. There are many ways it is caused. Many ways to avoid it. also, there are many ways to treat it. However you may end up with it, it is not a good thing to have it. Mental illness is an illness that usually isn't visible, but can affect the person's thoughts and actions. Most types aren't severe, but some, such as, schizophrenia, turrets, and autism can affect the person's life in a…