Speak of the Devil and he will appear, with red bull power. Results vary
0"Across the world’s religions and belief systems, one common rule remains: speak of the devil, and he shall appear. In this video, we explore how this concept appears in different faiths and cultures—where mentioning dark forces or speaking of the devil is seen as a means of drawing them closer, or even giving them power. From Christianity to Hinduism, from folklore to pagan practices, join me as we journey through this rule and the varying ways it shapes beliefs, behaviors, and the nature of evil across different traditions."
Here’s a list of belief systems where similar rules about darkness or the devil can be found:
Christianity: Speaking of the devil is often warned against in the Bible, and references suggest that naming dark forces invites temptation or negative influence.
Islam: In Islam, speaking of Shaytan (Satan) is discouraged as it’s believed he can influence thoughts and actions. The Quran encourages remembrance of Allah to repel evil.
Judaism: Jewish teachings caution against invoking dark forces or discussing demons, as this may invite their presence or influence.
Buddhism: While not focused on a single devil, negative energies and dark thoughts are believed to strengthen Mara (the tempter) or fuel karmic darkness, disrupting the spiritual path.
Hinduism: Hindu texts warn that focusing on or speaking of asuras (demons) can attract their influence, and instead, people are encouraged to invoke the names of positive deities.
Paganism and Wicca: In modern paganism and Wicca, practitioners often avoid naming dark forces directly, as they believe that speaking dark intentions gives them life.
Indigenous Beliefs: Many Indigenous spiritual practices emphasize the power of words. Speaking of harmful spirits or intentions is thought to bring imbalance and attract misfortune.
Taoism: In Taoist thought, discussing dark energies disrupts harmony and balance, and such focus can invite yin (dark) energies into one's life.
Folklore and Folk Magic: In various folk traditions, speaking of curses, dark entities, or invoking the devil is seen as dangerous, believed to open one to harmful influences.