there are dear exist...

Possessions are a reality, although extremely rare. They are often confused with mental illness, but they are completely different phenomena.

@betalia And how do you know it's not the same? After all, the symptoms are sometimes very similar.... 🤔

@faddi Agreed, the symptoms can be confusing. That's why the Church has strict procedures for distinguishing possession from mental illness. It always consults doctors in doubtful cases.

And what does such an exorcism look like? Is it really as dramatic as they show in the movies?

@elfin Movies often exaggerate. A real exorcism is first and foremost a prayer. Of course, the demon may resist, but the exorcist priest has the power of the Church and the sacraments at his disposal.

And can any priest perform exorcisms?

@galia No, an exorcist can only be a priest appointed by the bishop. It must be a person of strong faith, spiritual maturity and adequate preparation.

@pajeczyna Exactly. Exorcist is a very responsible function. You need to have not only theological knowledge, but also psychological knowledge and spiritual sense.

Wydaje mi się, że egzorcyzmy to ostateczność. W pierwszej kolejności należy wykluczyć chorobę psychiczną i inne przyczyny problemów.