Kenneth FarahRose Deel SETTING A PARANORMAL STANDARD: SEVEN TYPES OF “DEMONOLOGIST” 1) STUDENT - One who studies a form “demonology”, is a novice or apprentice of a form of Demonology. A “Demonologist” in the field, is not “one who merely studies them”, avoid taking on such titles as to not confuse people. “Apprentice Demonologist”, “Student Demonologist”, and “Student of Demonology” for example are appropriate labels. The ‘prefix’ is key so as to not confuse the ‘learner’ with the “Veterans”, and people who are considered to be top names, and experts in the field. 2) HISTORIAN – A historian, or a “scholar” on the topic. The historian is more the engineer” not apply the knowledge to practical application and solution. Where #6 and #7 are the “Technicians”, encompassing both knowledge and practical application and problem solving. – Dr. William Bradshaw, and my (deceased) Father Gerald Deel could also be rightfully called a “Historian Demonologist.” 3) BIBLICAL DEMONOLOGIST – For those of Protestant Denominations – This is one who has primarily learned from the (66 book) KJV Bible as their source of information on “Demons” – This knowledge applies more towards “Spiritual warfare” in temptation stages. Controversially, they often share a belief that “all ghost are demons”, which they cite is scripturally based, although it is not shared with their catholic and orthodox brothers and others. Such individuals often go on to study separately under a “Historian”, and “Religious demonologist”, or a “Catholic or Christian Demonologist”. As to better understand the process of and the ‘legwork’ relating to ‘field investigations’ for cases of paranormal activity, in potential hauntings, infestations and possessions. Many ”Biblical Demonologist” also consider themselves an “Exorcist” by default, typically this is more common with individuals who do not belong to a valid and organized (larger) Denomination of faith. As it is easy to award oneself such titles without an overseer or church hierarchy, as they are their own ‘Bishop’ or ‘Pope’. For those of the Catholic/Orthodox - Along with their (77 book) bible Orthodox bibles, this is also including “Sacred tradition”, and the writings of the Saints for their resources. And such individual are considered by the church as a “spiritual warfare ‘counselor”, or a “Spiritual warfare specialist” if they only work to educate the people. They do not use the word “Demonologist” –John Labriola, Author of “Onward Catholic Solder” Is an example 4) NECROMANCER – Well as you know, this is one who conjures demons to do their own bidding, the black arts practitioners, etc.. This is the more common definition for “demonologist” prior to the introduction of the title “demonologist” into the mainstream before 1990 in reference to a “Ghost Buster”. 5) SOLOMONITES - Thos whom consider the Gnostic text The “Lesser Keys of Solomon”, as legit, and expect to do work in spiritual warfare calling demons to do battle against demons. These are consider as #4, as “Necromancers”. A house divided against itself cannot stand,” -Abraham Lincoln/Book of Matthew 12:25 ”How can Satan drive out Satan?” Jesus (Matthew 12:25-refering to exorcism) ”You can not appease one demon, and expect to rebuke another” – Kenneth Deel 6) RELIGIOUS DEMONOLOGIST – is the title Gerald Brittle created to describe the unique work that the late Ed Warren did for his book “The Demonologist”. Ed, a Roman Catholic, wore many hats, as he was an investigator, Parapsychologist, Ghostologist, Demonologist, and was also skilled in interviewing the victims and witnesses. But he also was known to do house “blessings” (i.e. forms of “deliverance”), and that controversial tactic known as “religious provocation”. The title passed with Ed’s departure in 2006, however some individuals now tend to use “Religious demonologist” to make them “Non-denomination” Demonologist, rather than just sporting the title Christian Demonologist. Remember we CAN NOT represent all faiths as Christians! Dont go there! 7) [Denomination] DEMONOLOGIST – Maybe Specific to a particular faith or legit / organized and known denomination working directly through their church and coming from a perspective related to that faith/denomination. (i.e. “Christian Demonologist”, “Roman Catholic Demonologist”) This individual may or may not also practice what is considered “Religious Demonology” as #6, or merely be an advisor for “demonology” and such related info. Or it may be an embodiment of all 5 of the types listed here . (such as Kenneth Deel here) Which does includes #1, because for everyone, the ‘studies never cease’. I have not found that any other of the larger known denominations have practiced using this word “demonologist” prior to 1980. That is, until it became more popular in the mainstream. I think they avoided it as to not be associated with the “Necromancer”, or “Solomonites”, and rightfully so… Roman Catholic Demonologist- All though they might handle cases abroad, the prefix dictates they are under the authority of the church doctrine of their Roman Catholic church and magistrate (i.e. Bishop). (Which means they will not be using “sage”, conducting 3am séances or using other pagan practices against church teachings) It is assumed by default such individual are recognized by their local archdiocese in the least their own parish church, although it may not be publicly. From the field investigations, even on through to “deliverance” to some degree, if the church “OK’s” the practice of some forms of “deliverance” for ‘certain’ individuals whom are ‘laity’ (non-ordained clergy). Also it is imperative that “Catholic demonologist” need to understand ALL Christian denominations, as to be more effective and to not limit the client based to only the “choir”. NOTE: Currently there is still NO official title in the Roman Catholic church known as a “Demonologist”. The church may only refer to such individuals whom might duly use that title. But that’s about it> The Catholic church has confided in us, (Farah and Kenneth), a need to reach out to ALL denominations with our ministry and that is part of our focus for “Swords of Saint Michael”. Protestant Denominations – Through their own church they might be a member of a “deliverance team” or prayer group that works with such cases of infestation, [possession. Typically led by an ordained minister, for the title “Christian Demonologist”, it is a title used by few. They may sport such titles such as “Deliverance” Minister”, “Faith Healer”, and more recently “Exorcist. To summarize, these ministers are more often what is describe here as ‘biblical demonologist in their knowledge and skills. We also note that they can not represent all denominations, if they so choose, since they do not have access to the sacraments and the Catholic church, which can limit their client base. Sadly the larger denominations usually stick with their own. So you don’t see a need to be so diverse, they prefer to “preach to the choir” . When going outside the more organized and well recognized churches, it’s a take of good and bad. The good is more diversity, the bad is a question of validity. And many fly-by-night denomination that are spawn every day from ‘Universal Life Church’ bring no more authority of the Jesus/ the church than you or I would have as ‘Laity’.
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