Parapsychology and Xenoglossy:
Parapsychology is the study of paranormal phenomena, typically involving aspects of human experience that go beyond the scope of traditional psychology and the physical sciences. This field examines occurrences that are often considered supernatural, such as telepathy, psychokinesis (mind-over-matter), near-death experiences, and other phenomena that cannot easily be explained by conventional scientific methods.
Xenoglossy is a specific phenomenon studied within parapsychology, where an individual is able to speak or understand a language that they have never learned or been exposed to. This may occur during a state of altered consciousness, such as in deep hypnosis or during a so-called past-life regression. There are two types of xenoglossy:
- Receptive xenoglossy: This involves understanding or comprehending a language that the individual has never been exposed to.
- Productive xenoglossy: This involves the ability to speak or write in a language the person has not learned.
The phenomenon is controversial and has been reported in various anecdotal cases, but there is no scientific consensus that supports the existence of xenoglossy, as it challenges conventional ideas of how language acquisition works. Critics argue that the cases could be due to the power of suggestion, unconscious memory, or other psychological factors, rather than evidence of paranormal phenomena.
Both parapsychology and xenoglossy are highly debated subjects, with critics questioning the validity of the claims and proponents continuing to explore these mysterious occurrences.
Shervan K Shahhian
LIBERTY PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION 