Has anyone ever heard that the odor of sulphur is associated with evil spirits?  What do you know of this?
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Superstitious people associate the odor of sulfur with demons or evil spirits because of biblical references to "fire and brimstone".  Brimstone is an archaic word for sulfur.  \n\nMore likely, the sulfur smell in your home could indicate a sewage or ventilation problem.  Has any of this "activity" involved the plumbing in your home (especially the septic system)?  Have you had your radiator/ air conditioner/ duct-work cleaned recently?  Do you have natural gas in your home?  Has the gas system been pressure tested recently?  Do you own a home gas detector or carbon monoxide detector?  Also, rotting fat puts off a smell that's very similar to sulfur.  It's possible that a mouse or other small animal has died inside the walls or attic.  It's not a smell you'd recognize if you've never experienced it.\n\nIn short, a sulfur smell can mean real problems in your home.  Looking for mystical explanations wastes time that you could be using to fix problems before they get worse.  If you're not familiar with home repair, call a house inspector or contractor to give your home a going-over and find the source of that smell.
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Today's News Home \nFDA News \nNewsletters & Alerts \nRSS News Feed \n\nHealth Centers Home \nCheck Your Symptoms \nWomen's Conditions \nMen's Conditions \nAsk an Expert \n\nA-Z Home \nTopics A-Z \nSymptoms A-Z \nTests A-Z \nDrugs A-Z \nTools A-Z \nVideos A-Z \n\nHealthy Living Home \nDiet & Nutrition \nExercise & Fitness \nHealthy Seniors \nMen's Health \nWomen's Health \nSexual Health \n\nHealth Services Home \nFind a Doctor \nInsurance Guide \nClinical Trials \nMedicare Benefits \nSubscription Services \n\nPregnancy Home \nGetting Pregnant \nPregnancy \nChildren's Health \nAsk an Expert \n\nBoards & Blogs \nBoards A-Z \nLive Events \nWebMD University \nFREE Newsletters Print Friendly Version Email a Friend \nEau D'Asparagus\n\nI love asparagus, but I notice it makes my urine smell funny. What's going on? By Elizabeth Somer, MA,RD\n  \n\nAug. 14, 2000 -- You may have heard the tall tale that "asparagus urine" is linked to higher intelligence. In fact, it's the result of a simple chemical reaction. Asparagus contains a sulfur compound called mercaptan. (It's also found in rotten eggs, onions, garlic, and in the secretions of skunks.) When your digestive tract breaks down this substance, by-products are released that cause the funny scent. The process is so quick that your urine can develop the distinctive smell within 15 to 30 minutes of eating asparagus. \n\nBut not everyone has this experience. Your genetic makeup may determine whether your urine has the odor -- or whether you can actually smell it. Only some people appear to have the gene for the enzyme that breaks down mercaptan into its more pungent parts. A study published in the May 1989 British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology found that 46% of 115 people tested produced the odor in one group of British citizens, while 100% of 103 people produced it in a group of French citizens. The ability to smell the by-products may also be genetic. Another study published in the same journal found that 10% of a group of 300 Israeli Jews could not detect the odor. In other words, a person's urine could smell, but he or she might not know it. Judging from your question, you can do both. But that's nothing to worry about. \n\nWhile eating asparagus may make your urine smell strange, it won't harm you. Actually, asparagus -- a member of the lily family along with garlic, onions, and leeks -- is a powerhouse of nutrients. It's an excellent source of folic acid (a B vitamin that may help protect against birth defects, heart disease, and cancer), a significant source of vitamin C (an antioxidant that may protect tissues against damage), and a good source of vitamin A (an antioxidant). Not to mention that asparagus contains 3 grams of fiber per 3.5-ounce serving and a host of health-enhancing plant chemicals, or phytonutrients, that may protect against disease. \n\nAlthough the link between "asparagus urine" and higher intelligence is a figment of someone's imagination, eating it regularly could be a sign of some serious health smarts. \n\n\n\n--------------------------------------------------------------------------------\nElizabeth Somer, MA, RD, is the author of Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy, Food & Mood and The Essential Guide to Vitamins and Minerals, and co-author of The Nutrition Desk Reference. An advisory board member to Shape and a contributing editor to Eating Well magazine, she has appeared on The Today Show, The View, CBS This Morning, and other television and radio programs. \n\n2000 Healtheon/WebMD. All rights reserved.
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Understand the power of mind...realize the power of belief. There may indeed be anger associated with that place, but anger is pain expressed, and is a cry for help.  Do not be afraid.  "Bad luck" and "curse" are products of belief.  The "spirits" are no different than you.  They were people, and their pain still lingers there, even though they most likely have "gone on" into their own learning.  \n Speak to them, with love and respect, as a form of prayer, but also, firmly tell them this is your home now, and you have every right to be there...firmly, but with respect.  \nIf this does not work, seek help.  There are people who can help, but be careful...many fakes...allow yourself to be led to the right help. I would not pick someone who believes in "evil spirits"...I would pick one who understands the oneness of all life, that evil is unreal...
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well obviously it isn't a christian demon or it would have left with the crosses and such. have you looked into the fact they it might not be a bad spirit at all? have you attempted to communicate with it and find out why it is there?\nI would say you need to find out what you are dealing with and why before trying to banish it or you may end up in more trouble than you are now.
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LOL.... my dad used to tell me when I was young that overnight that the fairies pee'd in your mouth which  is why your breath stinks in the morning..... made me want to reach for a toothbrush every morning!!
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If you are asking if possession of a soul by a demonic entity is possible?..My answer would be yes...Unfortunately there are some who are susceptible or who allow or who fall into a situation that sets them up to become susceptible. In turn this allows a portal or doorway in themselves to be opened for these..evil spirits to gain access....but of course..these types of things are very rarely spoken about and hard to believe..unless of course.. you are wittness to the what may be rare, or not so rare..but certainly, ugly event..Therefore I must in turn say , yes I believe in exorcism.
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In my opinion, "evil" is "self-contradiction."\n\nAlthough bible matter doesn't say this explicitly, I do believe it's the gist of thought all through its contents.
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maybe you put out an unnerving odor. hmmm.\n\nI'm here to help.
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I have a hard time pinning down my true beliefs about spirits, ghosts, demons, angels, etc... but, my immediate thought or reaction is either a) you're mind is playing tricks on you (which it's very capable of doing) or b) there is a spirit in your house. If it's b, I would first try and figure out why it's there and who it is. I suppose it could be some sort of spirit related to your nan, though I have a hard time believing that souls stay around once dead. My belief is that if you or anyone else sees a spirit of a loved one, it may possibly be a remnant left on earth and not necessarily be that person's soul or spirit. At least you feel no fear. That doesn't mean however, that you shouldn't investigate and try to remove the spirit. The green could have possibly been an aura, though I don't know much about them. I would consult someone who knows a great deal about the supernatural, whether that be a clergy or someone who is a medium or involved with witchcraft. I hope you find a conclusion. Good luck.
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I live locally to the abigail west area as well, i have been to the ruins of the house and seen some really weird shit, flames lighting in a fire place from the ruins.. me and groups of friends are trying to find the directions to the spot again we went years ago and cant remember where it is..so any info you have would be great. Were also looking to start a paranormal group for the adirondack area..my email is poetgurl1927@yahoo.com email me.
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Sometimes, poltergeists make weird smells.  Not that I've ever smelled a poltergeist.  I guess it would be hard to smell a ghost if it weren't corporeal--it would be hard for it to carry around a smell since it left its rotting flesh somewhere else.  But if it can create a sensation you can see, maybe it could create a smell sensation, too.
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I go to a church where they cast out demons. It's called a "deliverance ministry". Just last week, there was a woman there, who had about 12 different demons expelled from her.  I think maybe people have been desensitized to the reality of demonic spirits by all the horror movies they've seen over the years.  They've come to believe that they're just a part of sensationalized fiction, rather then reality.  But in fact, there are probably thousands of people in America right now, that are possessed by evil spirits, and they don't even know it.  They've opened the doorway to darkness by getting involved in occult practices, such as witchcraft and satanism.  T.V. Shows like "Charmed", have made witchcraft look like harmless fun, when in fact, it is a very dangerous practice.  It's all a part of Satan's plan to destroy the minds of our youth, and send them to hell.  That's because the Devil is already doomed to spend an eternity there, and he wants to take as many young people along with him as he possibly can.
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Ghosts and hauntings are a fact.  People everywhere experience this type of phenomena.\n\nBUT it is yet undetermined what ghosts are.  I personally think it is unlikely that its the souls of deceased people.\n\nI think it is more likely that ghosts and hauntings are caused by an energy imprint, environmental factors, psychological experiences, or some combination therein.\n\nI guess my point is that people do have experiences they attribute to ghosts, but we can't yet determine what causes those experiences to occur.\n\nWith all that said - I can't even say that ghosts aren't the souls of deceased people.  But the whole idea seems a little illogical to me.\n\nJaime\n(please note these are my views and not the views of everyone in my group)
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yes, there are evil entities out there , that can possess your \nbody, your will and your mind. There are also really exorcists out \nthere that have driven these bad elements from people and their \nhomes. I know of a catholic priest who has performed these rites\nand have helped the poor people that were bothered by them.
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Yes I have had experience of spirits too and I am a Christian. Many Christians are spiritually sensitive and can sometimes see through the veil that separates heaven and earth, the spirit world and us.\nThe bible does indeed say that spirits exist and I think that the whole existence of our world would not be possible without God who is spirit and created all the spritual worlds first.\nJust look in the Bible it does say that there is more to this than just God and us. In fact it says "Our struggle is not against flesh and blood but against the spiritual rulers, the authorities and (something like) dark powers". Look it up, I'm sure e-Bibles can bring it up for you!\nI have had experience of spirits, me and my dad both smell the same perfume and that was heavy and like roses that apparently my great grandma used to wear. I told my mum and she told me he used to smell it as well although I am too scared to tell him!\nHe might think it's weird, we have both had scary experiences at night while in bed but the difference is he has had it many times and me only a few. The first time I ever did I prayed and was saved from the terror that surrounded me. It was like pure evil in the room and I had never been as scared. So I prayed and saw that God was faithful to me and that the God I had learned about in Sunday School was real! I Have been a Christian ever since and Thank God whenever I get it  (about twice a yr but it's unpredictable) I can call on his name and KNOW that he will save me and never leave me to their mercy to suffer and be terrified.  I don't know how my dad can stand it, NEVER do ouija boards ppl my dad did and again although he only mentioned it once, it can seriously cause you problems if the spirits don't want to leave as they sometimes dont. \nI belive they are fallen angels, that angels that rebelled against God with satan and were expelled from heaven. This of course made them very angry and want to get revenge. So they see people as the way to get to and hurt God by trying to destroy them and make them do evil so they will be condemned along with the evil one on the day of judgement. We are innocent in this dispute and so God has given us a second chance in the form of his son our messiah who saves us but only if we turn from our evil ways. The holy spirit restrains evil from engulfing us and keeps our world relatively peaceful even tho we do evil, that is how merciful God is!\n\nThe devil is also jealous of us for being able to have a loving relationship with God because he cannot and has lost his chance. Who knows what he did that was so bad he couldnt be given a second chance but to rebel against God when you already have a favoured position as Archangel then that seems kind of impossibe to do so it must have been a BIG deal.
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That is superb.\nI've got tingles down my spine.\nSo evil!\nThanks for the info.
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I'd like to know the answer to this one.. sense you seem to be asking to see how many others also know the answer.  I also believe God has a sense of humour... or half the things in my life would have never happened!!!! Would you let me know the answer?  On the humorous subject of flatulence... my Dad has unfortunately always found entertainment in this... it isn't fun if you ride in a vehicle with him and he has control of the window locks... you could dang near suffocate!!!!!! My Dad is so bad about this that the first time I shot a black-powder gun, I accused him of farting (the only time it really wasn't him ha ha!)  Oh for those of you who don't know, the black powder smells like sulphur or rotten eggs. Just giving a good laugh... sorry... and yea, I know that is a little gross... but it is true...