JB writes: “There is a new Disney movie for which I have seen a short preview. It is apparently based on the Mexican Day of the Dead. Is this the same as All Souls Day? Or does this movie have something to do with “Saint Death”, which clearly isn’t good or of God. . . . Catholic and Christian symbols are often mixed with new age items, so I am confused. Would you please clarify the meaning of this movie for me?”
Category Archives: Occult
What’s the Meaning of This Strange Tattoo?
The Faravahar, the symbol of the Zoroastrian religion
I was recently asked about a strange tattoo that consisted of the words “KORU, GATHA, AVESTA, and ZOROASTER.” Is this tattoo something to be concerned about?
Can Catholics Use Mala Beads?
We recently received a question from someone who asked about mala beads, and if a Catholic could use them while praying.
Stranger Things TV Show Has Its Own Ouija Board
MB writes: “I have not seen the massively popular Stranger Things but I’ve heard that it’s quite ‘creepy’. I also know that they’ve put out a Stranger Things ouija board which makes me wonder if there’s anything demonic or problematic with the show itself? Lots of friends have recommended it but they’ve also talked about Harry Potter before so I’m hoping to get a clearer answer on whether watching the show is problematic. Thank you in advance.”
Did Astrologer Predict Diana’s Death?
GK writes: “I heard that Princess Diana believed in astrology and that her personal astrologer predicted her death. Is this true?”
Demand for Exorcisms Creates “Private Exorcism” Business
A surge in demand for exorcisms in France by people who are merely anxious or trying to save their relationships has created a kind of private exorcism industry where self-made “priests” charge hundreds of dollars for their services.
Pagan Worship Featured on Washington Mall
Although it received very little press coverage, the November 10-13 celebration known as “Catharsis on the Mall” featured a 70-foot long seven-headed dragon named for the Egyptian god Araxas as well as a representation of the Hindu god Vishnu and a pagan temple.
Raised on Potter, Millennials Embrace Occult
A glowing article about how millennials are ditching religion for astrology and psychics celebrates the fact that millennials – the first generation to come of age during the Harry Potter era – are ditching religion. Should we be surprised?
Does All Saints Day Have Pagan Roots?
LEB writes: “Every year I agonize over Halloween and what to allow my children to get involved in. It’s gotten so dark and occultish! Worse, some people say that the only option we have – All Saints Day – is derived from a pagan holiday! Are these our only choices?”
Psychic Tries to Scam Madeleine McCann’s Family
The parents of Madeleine McCann, the three-year old girl who was kidnapped while on holiday in Portugal in 2007, say a psychic name Susan Kelly tried to extort money out of them by demanding payment for three “visions” she had about the child’s current whereabouts.
