Paranormal Yowie and Indigenous Beliefs
Posted: Mon Feb 15, 2021 1:07 pm
Because this is moving into the realm of paranormal, I thought it best to start a new thread. The below is from the Main Yowie Theme thread re "What thing is that" (see below). Firstly, I would like to state I believe in the paranormal - however, I also believe that some paranormal is not what it seems.
Re a definition of paranormal - The word consists of two parts: para and normal. The definition implies that the scientific explanation of the world around us is 'normal' and anything that is above, beyond, or contrary to that is 'para'. Isn't the yowie paranormal to most people, something that cannot be explained (re our limited belief system). For most paranormal events, someone will have an explanation or just fob it off as a hoax. Most of this is dependant on your own belief system or through hands on experience, etc.
In many indigenous societies the spiritual world is utilised a lot for things that/they cannot be explained. Is a yowie a spirit or is it something that has amazing abilities - some might say paranormal some might say hundreds of/or thousands of years worth of evolution. There are certain indigenous communities that also believe the hairymen are real life beings. In saying this if you believe all the witness sightings there are instances which could not be explained as the norm - or could it.
If you look at the paragraphs below and the thread started by creeper who was fishing and hearing the roar, etc you can see how certain beliefs can manifest. I guess you could say this is a rationale look at the subject but I really am not sure. Whether you believe in normal, paranormal, spirits, religious teachings and the like - for every proposed answer there is a counter answer. I guess the best answer is to keep an open mind to everything until we can say for certain. You could write a book on this subject, these few paragraphs just don't seem to give this topic justice.
by sensesonfire » Sat Feb 13, 2021 12:09 pm
rowbe wrote: ↑Fri Feb 12, 2021 9:44 am
Was just doing a quick search re related info to this thread, you may find it interesting (just a cut and past of some of the text) ... (note the TC refers to different participants to maintain anonymity, e.g. TC1 or TC14, etc).
"This comment indicates the ways in which Aboriginal Custodians draw together spiritual beliefs and connections to country. The same Custodian explained that our spirituality is not based on a structured religion, it's based on our connection to land (TC11). Custodians also sometimes referred to Dreamtime stories in the process of defining the broader cultural and spiritual significance of their connections to country.
Aboriginal cosmology is embedded in all aspects of the natural environment. A Traditional Custodian explained the interconnection of spiritual beliefs and country by saying [a] the waterways are significant because… our dreamtime and creation stories are all encompassed around the waterways, the mountains, the coastal areas (TC14).
Others referred to their experiences in particular places within country with spiritual beings like the moondagudda, junjadees (TC1), and the tall man (TC14). g Spirits such as these, that exist in (land and water) country,uide the behaviour and decisions of some participants who expressed a key principle in respecting those spirits. For example, certain practices must be conducted, including talking to [the] ancestors (TC7) when visiting the river, to show respect to those spirits.
Another participant described a practice they undertake when fishing, associated with ancestor spirits: After they'd caught their fish, they would have to rebury the bones back in the bank where they caught the fish. So that next time, there'd be more fish to catch for them to eat (TC14).
Customary practices, such as mentioned above, convey respect for non-human beings in the country and indicate that spiritual beliefs are important to Custodians wanting to ensure the health of ecosystems".
Reference:
Pinner B, Ross H, Jones N, Babidge S, Shaw S, Witt K, Rissik D . 2019. A custodial ethic: Indigenous values towards water in Moreton Bay and Catchments. In: Tibbetts IR, Rothlisberg PC, Neil DT, Homburg TA, Brewer DT, & Arthington AH (Eds). Moreton Bay Quandamooka & Catchment: Past, present, and future. The Moreton Bay Foundation. Brisbane, Australia. Available from: https://moretonbayfoundation.org/
Interesting rowbe but notice the emphasis is placed on spiritual beings. Exactly what the indigenous people call them “Yō-wī” a spirit that roams over the earth at night.
No confirmation bias BS that one other forum member suggested just straight out facts.
Re a definition of paranormal - The word consists of two parts: para and normal. The definition implies that the scientific explanation of the world around us is 'normal' and anything that is above, beyond, or contrary to that is 'para'. Isn't the yowie paranormal to most people, something that cannot be explained (re our limited belief system). For most paranormal events, someone will have an explanation or just fob it off as a hoax. Most of this is dependant on your own belief system or through hands on experience, etc.
In many indigenous societies the spiritual world is utilised a lot for things that/they cannot be explained. Is a yowie a spirit or is it something that has amazing abilities - some might say paranormal some might say hundreds of/or thousands of years worth of evolution. There are certain indigenous communities that also believe the hairymen are real life beings. In saying this if you believe all the witness sightings there are instances which could not be explained as the norm - or could it.
If you look at the paragraphs below and the thread started by creeper who was fishing and hearing the roar, etc you can see how certain beliefs can manifest. I guess you could say this is a rationale look at the subject but I really am not sure. Whether you believe in normal, paranormal, spirits, religious teachings and the like - for every proposed answer there is a counter answer. I guess the best answer is to keep an open mind to everything until we can say for certain. You could write a book on this subject, these few paragraphs just don't seem to give this topic justice.
by sensesonfire » Sat Feb 13, 2021 12:09 pm
rowbe wrote: ↑Fri Feb 12, 2021 9:44 am
Was just doing a quick search re related info to this thread, you may find it interesting (just a cut and past of some of the text) ... (note the TC refers to different participants to maintain anonymity, e.g. TC1 or TC14, etc).
"This comment indicates the ways in which Aboriginal Custodians draw together spiritual beliefs and connections to country. The same Custodian explained that our spirituality is not based on a structured religion, it's based on our connection to land (TC11). Custodians also sometimes referred to Dreamtime stories in the process of defining the broader cultural and spiritual significance of their connections to country.
Aboriginal cosmology is embedded in all aspects of the natural environment. A Traditional Custodian explained the interconnection of spiritual beliefs and country by saying [a] the waterways are significant because… our dreamtime and creation stories are all encompassed around the waterways, the mountains, the coastal areas (TC14).
Others referred to their experiences in particular places within country with spiritual beings like the moondagudda, junjadees (TC1), and the tall man (TC14). g Spirits such as these, that exist in (land and water) country,uide the behaviour and decisions of some participants who expressed a key principle in respecting those spirits. For example, certain practices must be conducted, including talking to [the] ancestors (TC7) when visiting the river, to show respect to those spirits.
Another participant described a practice they undertake when fishing, associated with ancestor spirits: After they'd caught their fish, they would have to rebury the bones back in the bank where they caught the fish. So that next time, there'd be more fish to catch for them to eat (TC14).
Customary practices, such as mentioned above, convey respect for non-human beings in the country and indicate that spiritual beliefs are important to Custodians wanting to ensure the health of ecosystems".
Reference:
Pinner B, Ross H, Jones N, Babidge S, Shaw S, Witt K, Rissik D . 2019. A custodial ethic: Indigenous values towards water in Moreton Bay and Catchments. In: Tibbetts IR, Rothlisberg PC, Neil DT, Homburg TA, Brewer DT, & Arthington AH (Eds). Moreton Bay Quandamooka & Catchment: Past, present, and future. The Moreton Bay Foundation. Brisbane, Australia. Available from: https://moretonbayfoundation.org/
Interesting rowbe but notice the emphasis is placed on spiritual beings. Exactly what the indigenous people call them “Yō-wī” a spirit that roams over the earth at night.
No confirmation bias BS that one other forum member suggested just straight out facts.