Post by Darren on Aug 6, 2010 15:14:00 GMT 10
I recently commented in a discussion at another paranormal forum (IPI) concerning wind chimes and ghosts (I think you started the topic PJay!). I thought it would be interesting to bring it up here and see what people believe or have experienced.
INTRO:
A connection between wind chimes and ghosts/spirits is evident in many cultures/belief systems - however even today it seems there's a lot of differing opinions. Here's some links:
www.feng-shui-vibes.com/feng-shui-mysteries.html
www.hungzai.com/wind-chimes/
www.fengshuibestbuy.com/windchime1.html
www.wofs.com/index.php?option=com_content&Itemid=32&task=view&id=33
www.india-crafts.com/earthenware/wind-chimes.html
www.madehow.com/Volume-5/Wind-Chime.html
I also found this reply at a question/answer site regarding feng shui:
October 17, 2007
dragonboi1628 @ 10:43 am
In the Chinese culture, windchimes, bells, or other noise makers were used to detect spirits. Since most people can't see spirits, these noise makers will ring when spirits were present. It was also another way to keep spirits away from the home, using the energy of sound.
In the Chinese traditions, ghosts do not like noises. When they hear noises such as a chime or bell, they would stay away from the property. Therefore, the Chinese would use windchimes and bells to ward off ghostly spirits. Now, you see why during the Chinese New Year the Chinese like to burn firecrackers. It is believed the loud noise of the firecrackers will drive away any bad spirits surrounding the property. You will also noticed that during Chinese funerals or other religious ceremonies, there is always a bunch of noise makers presents such as gongs, bells, singing bowls, etc. Again, it is the use of sound to drive away evil spirits.
When it comes to windchimes and Feng Shui, some Feng Shui masters believe windchimes attract spirits, not drive them away, and would refrain from using them in the home to avoid unwanted spirits.
In terms of Feng Shui, metal windchimes are the common cure to bring in the metal element. However the windchime needs to be made of Six hallow rods, because the number Six represents metal in Feng Shui. If you follow classic Feng Shui Flying Star method, metal windchimese are used to minimize the negative effects of the no. 5 Misfortune Star and the no. 2 Illness star. The no. 5 and no. 2 stars are Earth element based.
In the cycle of production, Earth gives birth to and produces Metal. Just like a mother is tired after she gives birth, the use of metal will "tired out" and weaken the no. 5 and no. 2 element stars, therefore their negative influences will be minimized.
Good luck
What do you think?
INTRO:
A connection between wind chimes and ghosts/spirits is evident in many cultures/belief systems - however even today it seems there's a lot of differing opinions. Here's some links:
www.feng-shui-vibes.com/feng-shui-mysteries.html
www.hungzai.com/wind-chimes/
www.fengshuibestbuy.com/windchime1.html
www.wofs.com/index.php?option=com_content&Itemid=32&task=view&id=33
www.india-crafts.com/earthenware/wind-chimes.html
www.madehow.com/Volume-5/Wind-Chime.html
I also found this reply at a question/answer site regarding feng shui:
October 17, 2007
dragonboi1628 @ 10:43 am
In the Chinese culture, windchimes, bells, or other noise makers were used to detect spirits. Since most people can't see spirits, these noise makers will ring when spirits were present. It was also another way to keep spirits away from the home, using the energy of sound.
In the Chinese traditions, ghosts do not like noises. When they hear noises such as a chime or bell, they would stay away from the property. Therefore, the Chinese would use windchimes and bells to ward off ghostly spirits. Now, you see why during the Chinese New Year the Chinese like to burn firecrackers. It is believed the loud noise of the firecrackers will drive away any bad spirits surrounding the property. You will also noticed that during Chinese funerals or other religious ceremonies, there is always a bunch of noise makers presents such as gongs, bells, singing bowls, etc. Again, it is the use of sound to drive away evil spirits.
When it comes to windchimes and Feng Shui, some Feng Shui masters believe windchimes attract spirits, not drive them away, and would refrain from using them in the home to avoid unwanted spirits.
In terms of Feng Shui, metal windchimes are the common cure to bring in the metal element. However the windchime needs to be made of Six hallow rods, because the number Six represents metal in Feng Shui. If you follow classic Feng Shui Flying Star method, metal windchimese are used to minimize the negative effects of the no. 5 Misfortune Star and the no. 2 Illness star. The no. 5 and no. 2 stars are Earth element based.
In the cycle of production, Earth gives birth to and produces Metal. Just like a mother is tired after she gives birth, the use of metal will "tired out" and weaken the no. 5 and no. 2 element stars, therefore their negative influences will be minimized.
Good luck
What do you think?