Ouija Boards and the Dangers of Ouija Boards. Is it safe to conjure and chat with the Spirits of the Dead? This is a brief overview of Ouija Boards, the history of Ouija Boards and the potential dangers of using Ouija Boards.
We are always asked by clients at Erzulie’s if working with Ouija Boards is good thing. Is it okay to contact the dead? What harm could there be to speak with my lost loved one? This depends on many variables: spiritual attunement, spiritual training, spiritual balance, and spiritual abilities. Learn more about Ouija Boards, Dangers of Ouija Boards and Conjuring the Dead.
This overview on Ouija Boards is provided from a Voodoo perspective as part of Erzulie’s “Spiritual Summary Series™” for those curious about various Voodoo, Occult and Spiritual topics.
BRIEF HISTORY OF OUIJA BOARDS:
Ouija boards are typically associated with spiritualism and the occult. Many people believe that they can be used to communicate with the dead or with supernatural entities. Ouija boards have been around for over a century and are believed to have originated in the United States in the late 1800s. The first commercial Ouija board was produced in 1890 by the Kennard Novelty Company.
The board was originally marketed as a parlor game and was not associated with the occult until much later. However, many people began to believe that the board could be used to communicate with the dead or other supernatural entities.
During the 20th century, Ouija boards became more widely known and were used by spiritualists and mediums as a tool for communicating with the dead. The boards also became popular in popular culture, appearing in movies and TV shows as a way to contact spirits.
Today, Ouija boards are still used by some people as a means of communicating with the dead or as a form of divination. However, they are also viewed by many as a controversial and potentially dangerous tool that should be avoided.
DANGERS OF OUIJA BOARDS, CONJURING THE DEAD & SPEAKING TO THE DEAD:
It is important to note that Ouija boards, or any psychic tool that speaks to the dead or otherworldly spirits, are not toys and should be used with caution. Some people who have used Ouija boards have reported feeling a sense of unease or fear, and some have even reported experiencing paranormal activity after using the board.
Many experts believe that the use of Ouija boards can be dangerous, as they can potentially open up a portal to negative or malevolent entities. It is recommended that those who are interested in communicating with the dead seek out the guidance of a trained and experienced medium or spiritual advisor, rather than attempting to use a Ouija board on their own.
WHY OUIJA BOARDS CAN BE SO DANGEROUS:
- One of the main dangers of Ouija boards is that they can be used to open a door to the spirit world, allowing malevolent spirits to enter our world and harm those who use the board. There are numerous accounts of people who have used Ouija boards and then experienced negative consequences such as nightmares, unexplained injuries, or even possession by spirits.
- At Erzulie’s Voodoo, we work with clients every day who have dark, negative spiritual energy, entities, and spirits attached to their lives. These spirits of the dead create endless misery, chaos, losses, destruction, and despair. Often times, in the spiritual consultation that they, or someone they live with, or in their environment are inviting all sorts of low-level vibrational energies in their world; this creates spiritual attacks, spiritual warfare and spiritual imbalances. We cover the topics of Spiritual Warfare, Signs of Black Magic, and Signs of Spiritual Attacks extensively in articles section of our website.
- Another danger of Ouija boards is that they can be used to manipulate and deceive people. Some individuals may use Ouija boards to prey on vulnerable individuals by pretending to be communicating with the dead or with spirits. Others may use Ouija boards to create a sense of fear or anxiety among those who are using the board. We see this type of scare tactic often in our spiritual practice and it’s cruel.
- More on this point from a Voodoo perspective, Ouija Boards can also invite many false, malevolent spirits disguised as your great Aunt Sally or grandmother, for example. One of our favorite Madrina’s (Priestess of Santeria and Palo) has an expression for just these issues with a Ouija Board or any Spirit Board tool used to speak to the dead, “Don’t play with dead things!” You simply don’t know what dark entities or spirits are wearing an energetic or fake mask. If you feel this has happened to you, speak to one of our expert practitioners to delve into what is going on and how to spiritually correct the situation.
- In addition, some people who use Ouija boards may become obsessed with the idea of communicating with the dead or with supernatural entities. This can lead to a preoccupation with the occult and a distorted view of reality, which can be harmful to their mental and emotional well-being. Another area we see often in our spiritual practice at Erzulie’s Voodoo; people deeply misaligned and derailed to the point of delusion due to the heavy, dark, destructive spiritual forces attached to them. The good news though, all energy can be realigned and removed. This is where expert guidance and the correct spiritual rituals are necessary.
SUMMARY OF OUIJA BOARDS, THE DANGERS OF OUIJA BOARDS & SPEAKING TO THE DEAD:
Overall, while some people may view Ouija boards as harmless toys or games, there are significant dangers associated with their use. It is important to approach Ouija boards with caution and to be aware of the potential risks involved.
Ultimately, whether or not Ouija boards can actually communicate with the dead is a matter of personal belief. However, it is important to approach the use of these boards with caution and respect, and to understand the potential spiritual risks involved.
Ouija Boards, Dangers of Ouija Boards and Speaking to the Dead, much like many spiritual, occult, and religious topics, are often vast and complicated subject matters. We offer these fun and informative Spiritual Summary Series™ to acquaint those with some preliminary information on various spiritual topics. Feel free to speak to one of our expert Practitioners to look into any situation and discuss any spiritual or ritual solutions for your situation.
At Erzulie’s Voodoo in New Orleans, we always strive to provide educational resources for our guests and friends visiting us, and truly hope you enjoyed our “Spiritual Summary Series™” article.