The Difference Between Demons And Ghosts
A Theory I'm Exploring!
First off- I'll probably be reviewing this often as my research goes along... I've been reading a lot about the subject of demons and spirits. Since it is the main subject of my research, that should come as no surprise. So many theories exist about who and what demons are that it seems overwhelming at times. Even some of my favourite "Paranormal" TV shows sometimes seem over the top when it comes to "demonic forces". Is it really as complicated as all that?? Scientifically speaking, could it be that "demons" and "spirits" are made of the same stuff? And could the difference between them be as simple as memory and knowledge? Let me explain this theory (which isn't only my theory, so I can't take full credit for this but I do share it!)!
Imagine a great war in Heaven. All of us were there in our pre-mortal state. Now those of you who know that I'm LDS might think this is simply "Mormon" doctrine but it actually isn't. This war is mentioned in Revelations Chapter 12 and is acknowledged by Catholics, LDS, basically all Christian religions. So...imagine a war in Heaven where we all picked sides. Lucifer on one side and Christ and Elohim on the other. We aren't told in details in the New Testament what the war was about except that Lucifer was vain and fell from favour.
Here's a link to an article that addresses some of this subject; http://www.christiancourier.com/articles/1281-a-rebellion-in-heaven .
Those who chose Satan, were cast down with him. Those who fought for Christ were sent to earth to be tested and, depending on your belief system, to gain a body as well as gather experiences, be tried and/or be sorted (wheat from the chaff)... different "religions" have different ideas about this.
When we die, we return to our spirit form and we "enter the light" as so many have described it. But you always have that choice. You can choose not to go into that light.
So I propose this theory. Demons are those who, in the pre-existent state, chose to follow Satan. They remember this war and still fight it everyday in an attempt to mislead us, to defeat us in this battle. They never received bodies and they watch us every day... my guess is, they're pretty pissed about it. It also makes sense that they would try to possess people as well... they will never receive a body of their own so perhaps this is what is behind their possessions and oppressions.
Spirits or ghosts as we know them are those who did live on this earth at one time but chose for whatever reason, not to go into this light after their death. This means that they have only the memories of their earthly life-which could leave them in a state of confusion, anger and everything in between.
Both are "spirits" in the sense of what their made of...their "matter" but on one side-demons remember the war, the side they have chosen and the pre-existence (and what they lost in my opinion-such as a physical body) whereas "ghosts" are humans who have died and chosen not to "go into the light" therefore have only the knowledge and experiences they had on earth.
First off- I'll probably be reviewing this often as my research goes along... I've been reading a lot about the subject of demons and spirits. Since it is the main subject of my research, that should come as no surprise. So many theories exist about who and what demons are that it seems overwhelming at times. Even some of my favourite "Paranormal" TV shows sometimes seem over the top when it comes to "demonic forces". Is it really as complicated as all that?? Scientifically speaking, could it be that "demons" and "spirits" are made of the same stuff? And could the difference between them be as simple as memory and knowledge? Let me explain this theory (which isn't only my theory, so I can't take full credit for this but I do share it!)!
Imagine a great war in Heaven. All of us were there in our pre-mortal state. Now those of you who know that I'm LDS might think this is simply "Mormon" doctrine but it actually isn't. This war is mentioned in Revelations Chapter 12 and is acknowledged by Catholics, LDS, basically all Christian religions. So...imagine a war in Heaven where we all picked sides. Lucifer on one side and Christ and Elohim on the other. We aren't told in details in the New Testament what the war was about except that Lucifer was vain and fell from favour.
Here's a link to an article that addresses some of this subject; http://www.christiancourier.com/articles/1281-a-rebellion-in-heaven .
Those who chose Satan, were cast down with him. Those who fought for Christ were sent to earth to be tested and, depending on your belief system, to gain a body as well as gather experiences, be tried and/or be sorted (wheat from the chaff)... different "religions" have different ideas about this.
When we die, we return to our spirit form and we "enter the light" as so many have described it. But you always have that choice. You can choose not to go into that light.
So I propose this theory. Demons are those who, in the pre-existent state, chose to follow Satan. They remember this war and still fight it everyday in an attempt to mislead us, to defeat us in this battle. They never received bodies and they watch us every day... my guess is, they're pretty pissed about it. It also makes sense that they would try to possess people as well... they will never receive a body of their own so perhaps this is what is behind their possessions and oppressions.
Spirits or ghosts as we know them are those who did live on this earth at one time but chose for whatever reason, not to go into this light after their death. This means that they have only the memories of their earthly life-which could leave them in a state of confusion, anger and everything in between.
Both are "spirits" in the sense of what their made of...their "matter" but on one side-demons remember the war, the side they have chosen and the pre-existence (and what they lost in my opinion-such as a physical body) whereas "ghosts" are humans who have died and chosen not to "go into the light" therefore have only the knowledge and experiences they had on earth.
I think your case makes sense. I guess it's just the words that throw people like me... Demons, ghosts etc. It's funny the value or association we put with words in our society, cultures or groups.
ReplyDeleteIt is interesting from a Clinical Social Work perspective also, since I work with various people in states of grief, severe mental illness or anything. So things I hear in session about spirits, I am more open to, and I think it is because I am LDS.
Keep reminding me to check your blog. Can you send post messages?
Marc