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exorcism

Paranormal
A ritual intended to terminate the presence or trespassing of a non-material entity or spirit in a place (a “haunting”) or a person (a “possession”). Exorcisms are performed by command or persuasion, through rituals, special prayers or symbolism, in the Roman Catholic Church by a priest with authorisation from the ordinary or other higher authority.

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Mr Tunnicliffe, 73, has carried out dozens of exorcisms but fears films like Emily Rose can spark hysteria among vulnerable people"I got a lot of work at Halloween after the original movie, The Exorcist, was released in the 1970s," he revealed.