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'''Demons''', in [[Christian]] mythology, are the counterparts of [[angels]]. They are angels which have fallen from grace along with [[Satan]]. Demons are inherently evil and frequently plague humanity under the command of the devil. | '''Demons''', in [[Christian]] mythology, are the counterparts of [[angels]]. They are angels which have fallen from grace along with [[Satan]]. Demons are inherently evil and frequently plague humanity under the command of the devil. | ||
| − | ==Demonic | + | ==Demonic possession== |
| − | Demons are supposedly able to enter and take control of a human, this is called | + | Demons are supposedly able to enter and take control of a human, this is called possession. The [[Catholic]] Church uses the ritual of [[exorcism]] to expel demons from the victims they possess. |
| − | Demon | + | Demon possession is also a historic explanation for those who suffer from neurological disorders such as epilepsy. |
| − | + | [[Category:Mythology]] | |
Revision as of 08:21, 6 March 2007
Demons, in Christian mythology, are the counterparts of angels. They are angels which have fallen from grace along with Satan. Demons are inherently evil and frequently plague humanity under the command of the devil.
Demonic possession
Demons are supposedly able to enter and take control of a human, this is called possession. The Catholic Church uses the ritual of exorcism to expel demons from the victims they possess.
Demon possession is also a historic explanation for those who suffer from neurological disorders such as epilepsy.
