Occult Practices and RitualsThe occult means knowledge of the hidden or paranormal and is often itself shrouded in mystery and rituals. Other rituals presented here form part of mysterious religions which are not widely understood in Western culture.
The Bargarran Witches are regarded as the last mass execution of witches in Western Europe. Victims of widespread hysteria in Scotland.
Dybbuk Box are wax sealed boxes which are said to contain entrapped spirits and malevolent beings. Breaking the seal releases the spirit.
Clairvius Narcisse was a Haitian man said to have been turned into a living zombie by a bokor (witch doctor) and the only recorded account.
The origins of Halloween can be traced back to ancient Briton when the Celts celebrated their new year on November 1st, and Samhain before.
Isaac Newtons occult studies explored natural sciences, material theory, chronology, alchemy and Biblical interpretations of the Apocalypse.
The word Alchemy comes from the Arabic al-kimia and refers to an early form of science which involves the investigation of nature and an early philosophical and spiritual discipline.
Advocates seek justice for those wrongly accused of witchcraft in Scotland. Learn about the movement for historical pardons.
Astrology incorporates Horoscopes, Psychic readings, numerology and tarot using knowledge of the relative positions of celestial bodies.
Voodoo is the westernisation of the religious tradition originating in West Africa, which came to prominence due to the slave trade.
What is witchcraft? We take a look at Witchcraft through history, the origins, practices and customs, witch hunts and trials.