A Spirited Discussion at JTS: Jewish Exorcism On the Rise

Forward, December, 2000 by Cattan, Nacha

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attan, Nacha Forward 12-22-2000 A Spirited Discussion at JTS: Jewish Exorcism On the Rise By NACHA CATTAN FORWARD STAFF Exorcisms aren't just performed in the movies, or by Catholics alone. Rabbis have been exorcising the spirits of the dead -- or dybbuks -- for centuries. And according to an Israeli scholar, the practice is undergoing a resurgence, especially in Israel, where a spiritual revival and national anxiety are inspiring a vogue for the supernatural. "Because Israel is such a stressed country, people tend to go to miracle workers for help or hope," ...