![]() The work is never easy, and there is the constant danger of As Rosemary Ellen Guiley states in her introduction to this book, the demonic-always fascinating-has acquired a media glamour that has encouraged people to want to become involved as “demonologists.” Many of them jump in not properly prepared, not having much understanding of what they are dealing with or the ramifications and consequences of this kind of work. I know from my own experience on this case and others that evil is real, the demonic exists, and dark forces are at work in the world. I had never before experienced anything like it, and I have to admit, I was so shaken that it was several days before I could return to the case. ![]() The intensity of the evil was astonishing. One of the demonic cases brought me face to face with genuine evil: a reptile-like entity that manifested in an infested home, a former funeral parlor in Southington, Connecticut, and came at me down a staircase. I do not perform exorcisms-that is a role for clergy-but I have assisted at dozens of these rites. ![]() A few of them have been full-blown demonic infestations and possessions. I have worked on more than 7,000 cases: Many of them have had natural explanations (that is, not paranormal or demonic), and many others have been resolved with intervention. I have been privileged to work with some of the best names in the field, both laypersons, like me, and clergy. I learned a great deal from my uncle and aunt and eventually went out on my own. Had to have a base in all of those in order to be properly prepared. You can find Facts On File on the World Wide Web at Text design by Cathy Rincon Cover design by Takeshi Takahashi Printed in the United States of America VB Hermitage 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 This book is printed on acid-free paper and contains 30 percent postconsumer recycled content.ĪCKNOWLEDGMENTS INTRODUCTION ENTRIES A–Z BIBLIOGRAPHY INDEX Please call our Special Sales Department in New York at (212) 967-8800 or (800) 322-8755. BF1503.G85 2009 133.4'203-dc22 2008052488 Facts On File books are available at special discounts when purchased in bulk quantities for businesses, associations, institutions, or sales promotions. Includes bibliographical references and index. The encyclopedia of demons and demonology / Rosemary Ellen Guiley foreword by John Zaffis. 132 West 31st Street New York NY 10001 Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Guiley, Rosemary. For information contact: Facts On File, Inc. No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage or retrieval systems, without permission in writing from the publisher. ![]() The Encyclopedia of Demons and Demonology Copyright © 2009 by Visionary Living, Inc. Rosemary Ellen Guiley FOREWORD BY JOHN ZAFFIS ![]() The Encyclopedia of Angels, Second Edition The Encyclopedia of Ghosts and Spirits, Third Edition The Encyclopedia of Magic and Alchemy The Encyclopedia of Saints The Encyclopedia of Vampires, Werewolves, and Other Monsters The Encyclopedia of Witches, Witchcraft and Wicca, Third Edition ![]()
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