The word Demon or ‘Daemon’ is derived from the Greek word ‘daimon’ meaning ‘divine power’, ‘fate’ or ‘god’. These spirits were originally of intermediate stature and known for being either good or evil. Good ‘daemons’ were known to be supportive and encouraging where as evil ‘daemons’ or from the New Testament labeled as ‘demons’, were known to influence everything with evil intention. Of course this is how we associate evil activity in today’s standards.

A Demonic (Non-Human) Haunting in rare cases, (and I do mean in extremely rare cases), has been known to occur around those who are suffering from extreme emotional stress and most likely are at a time of need and weakness. Those going through forms of depression, mental illness or family distress are reported to having the most attacks from this type of Haunting.

The theory and reports of Demon Activity are usually concluded with a human being either attacked or even possessed by something of an inhuman form. In most cases this activity has been witnessed to start at a very slow pace with sporadic incidents usually increasing rapidly over a certain period of time. If provoked, a Demonic Haunting will become more violent and aggressive at a faster rate and could be very difficult to remove. The main purpose of these attacks is to break down a person’s will and strength to allow an invasion of possession.

A Demon is known to be half-man and half-beast, so think of what an animal would do if constantly agitated, an attack filled with anger would most likely transpire. Take extreme caution if ever you come across one of these entities, for they are dangerous and can only be confronted by someone with a religious background or with paranormal experience. Moving from one place to another to attempt a possible escape usually ends with the evil following you, so that is not a recommendation.

Characteristics of a Demonic Haunting are as follows:

• The stench of rotting flesh or even the smell of sulfuric acid.
• The room air feels thick and temperature increases and decreases rapidly.
• Laughing, foreign speaking and strong growling noises from an unknown source.
• Scratching, pushing, bruising and markings on a human body.
• The throwing of objects in a hateful manner.
• A dark shadow of an undetailed presence is witnessed.
• Physical attacks, sometimes of a sexual nature.
• An evil possession.

Of course The G.R.I.M Union will never recommend taking on a Haunting of this caliber by yourself, always talk to your local religious guide or paranormal society for assistance. Although if you feel you are in an extreme emergency situation, here are a few suggestions on a possible removing:

• Tell it to leave, be persistent and never show fear. Ignoring is also a possibility.
• Attempt a ‘smudging’. Burn Sage, Cedar and Wheatgrass with windows open to push out negative energy while allowing the good energy to enter.
• Never attempt to use the word ‘I’ (as in ‘I’ command you) a theory states that this will only aggravate. Using ‘The Lord’ in replace has been theorized as effective.

Angels and Demons both have their purposes and will do so for the rest of mankind. The more you understand the negative side of life, the more you can appreciate the good.