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  1. Exorcism - Wikipedia

    Exorcism (from Ancient Greek ἐξορκισμός (exorkismós) 'binding by oath') is the religious or spiritual practice of evicting demons, jinns, or other malevolent spiritual entities from a person, …

  2. Exorcism | Demonic possession, Rituals, Supernatural | Britannica

    Sep 25, 2025 · exorcism, an adjuration addressed to evil spirits to force them to abandon an object, place, or person; technically, a ceremony used in both Jewish and Christian traditions …

  3. New docudrama explains ‘what a real exorcism is’

    Oct 28, 2025 · “Triumph Over Evil” is the first authoritative documentary to delve into the various aspects of demonic possession and exorcism.

  4. Exorcism | USCCB

    While the basis for exorcism is grounded in the ministry of Jesus Christ (cf. Mk 1:34, 39; Lk 4:35; Mt 17:18), there is no scriptural basis for a formal rite of exorcism apart from the use of the …

  5. What is an exorcism? - U.S. Catholic

    Oct 2, 2023 · A popular theme in horror films is the practice of exorcism. From the 1973 classic The Exorcist to the 2023 film The Pope’s Exorcist, this genre raises questions about the devil’s …

  6. What is Exorcism? - TAN Direction - Catholic Spiritual Direction …

    Exorcism and deliverance, though related, differ in authority and purpose. In The Liber Christo Method: A Field Manual for Spiritual Combat, Jesse Romero and Dan Schneider explain that …

  7. Catholic exorcisms are real—and they have an ancient history

    Apr 18, 2023 · Exorcisms performed by the Catholic Church are likely the best-known form of the practice. But at the heart of any effort to drive out demons is the enduring battle against evil. …

  8. Understanding Exorcism: History, Practices, and Beliefs

    May 4, 2025 · This comprehensive overview delves into the rituals, spiritual beliefs, and psychological aspects surrounding exorcism, addressing controversies, criticisms, and the …

  9. How Exorcism Works - HowStuffWorks

    Sep 11, 2023 · We'll learn why a priest might perform an exorcism, find out what the ritual involves, take a look at a real-life exorcism and discuss the controversy surrounding the practice.

  10. Exorcism in the Catholic Church - Wikipedia

    The person subjected to exorcism may be restrained so that, in the view of the Church, they do not harm themselves or any person present. The exorcist then prays and commands the …