{"id":1155,"date":"2022-04-29T15:43:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-29T13:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.friendlyspecter.com\/?p=1155"},"modified":"2023-03-15T22:40:03","modified_gmt":"2023-03-15T20:40:03","slug":"when-objects-get-possessed-possessed-possession","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.friendlyspecter.com\/when-objects-get-possessed-possessed-possession\/","title":{"rendered":"When objects get possessed: Possessed possessions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Is it possible for ghosts or the demonic to possess objects? Sometimes when I buy something from my favorite antique shop, I stop and wonder, will I bring a restless soul along?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is believed that objects can get attached by spirits, ghosts, and entities. According to demonology, the term possession only applies to humans, though<\/strong>. Not all attachments are demonic.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does the demonic hide inside objects, trying to escape discovery? You might have seen paranormal TV shows with possessed items that bring doom and gloom. But is there any truth to it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Possessed possessions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Is it possible for objects to get possessed? Yes, paranormal investigators’ common viewpoint is that haunted objects do exist. The phenomenon is referred to as possessed possessions<\/em>. According to Troy Tailor, the object is something that the ghost held dear to its heart. Any object can get an attachment – everything from small decorations to buildings themselves. In some cases, the entire site feels like an entity itself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The difference between attachments and possessions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When we talk about haunted objects daily, it is easy to refer to them as “possessed.” In reality, only humans or animals get “possessed.” According to demonology, objects can get attached by demons\"Opens<\/a>. Things can also get attachments from ghosts or spirits as well. Not all attachments are caused by the sinister, so to speak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be possessed, in terms of demonology, you have fully surrendered your free will to the darkness. Only a living being can surrender its free will, not objects. The demonic can use items as hiding places, though. Haunted objects are therefore infested, but they might have attachments as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you take a closer look at the process of demonic possession, it is easier to follow along in the argument. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stage<\/th><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Infestation<\/td>When a demonic entity is present in a place, item, or animal<\/td><\/tr>
Oppression<\/td>Overtake of a person’s free will<\/td><\/tr>
Possession<\/td>Total overtake of a person’s free will, body, and spirit<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
Reference: The Encyclopedia of Demons and Demonology, Rosemary Ellen Guiley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For example, a cute teddy bear can house a demon (infestation). The demon might awaken and try to attach when you find the toy at the flea market. This is called the oppression stage. The demon tries to make you surrender through psychological- and physical attacks. When you are worn down, the chance is that you finally surrender. The demon entirely takes over your body and mind. You are now possessed.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Creepy facts: 7 ways a ghost can hurt you<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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How to know if an object has an attachment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are several signs to look out for in items with attachments. Many of the signs might be subtle at first. It is sometimes hard to pinpoint what is causing paranormal activity. The symptoms of the attachment often amp up slowly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the activity gets more intense over time, more significant signs appear. The item itself might start moving around by itself. You might leave it on a shelf, but you find it on the bed when coming home after work. This was one of the signs a demonic entity possessed the famous Annabelle doll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Zak Bagans, items prone to attachments are older antique objects. This is not always the case, though. So don’t write off an object just because it is newer. Other items might be mirrors, decorative items, jewelry, clothing, art, photos, books, toys, dolls, etc. One thing that connects the items is that they are all very personal objects. Someone could have held them very dear in life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n