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Originally Posted by Reality Handbook  I think the general consensus is that what you need to do for a successful life has been laid out already in the Bible, and you shouldn't step too far outside of earthly senses.
What comes to mind when I think of officially-recognized supernatural events is the miracle certification in the Catholic church. That might be a good area to look for demonstrations of the difference between "good paranormal" (miracle) and "bad paranormal" (occult): Congregation for the Causes of Saints - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
Just thought we could use some clarification of terms when referring to the occult.
occult - Definitions from Dictionary.com
Occult:
1. of or pertaining to magic, astrology, or any system claiming use or knowledge of secret or supernatural powers or agencies.
2. beyond the range of ordinary knowledge or understanding; mysterious.
3. secret; disclosed or communicated only to the initiated.
4. hidden from view.
5. (in early science)
a. not apparent on mere inspection but discoverable by experimentation.
b. of a nature not understood, as physical qualities.
c. dealing with such qualities; experimental: occult science.
Please note the terms
hidden and
mysterious.
God works in mysterious ways.