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Portrait of a Werewolf and the Transformation Process Werewolves' Cases From Medieval French Chronicles Possible Explanations of Werewolf Phenomenon |
The Myths and Truths Surrounding Werewolf Legend:So,
what actually is werewolf or lycanthropy? Is it a fact based on concrete evidences?
Is it a myth, fabrication of feeble minds?
The word werewolf is most likely to derive from two old-Saxon words, wer (meaning man) and wolf. Frequently used Greek terms Lycanthropy refers to the transformation process while Lycanthrope, which is in fact synonymous to werewolf, is the afflicted person. The popular definition of werewolf or lycanthrope is a man who transforms himself or being transformed into a wolf under the influence of full moon.
This web site has followed on scientific ideas while explaining
possible sources and causes of werewolf legend. Popular and
supernatural beliefs has been also mentioned for instant
comparison. The site starts with the origin of the legend
citing the oldest recorded werewolf encounter. Then, portraits and transformation
process have been sketched with a brief depiction of an
alleged
ritual as per historical documents and literatures. Some recorded French werewolf
trials have been referred for understanding the trend of general
sentiment towards the phenomena during the middle ages. Most
important part of the website is the possible explanations of
werewolf phenomenon where scientific explanation of
lycanthropy has been discussed in details. Another
uniqueness of the site is that some important
items and concepts related to werewolf has been illustrated. The site has been developed keeping you in mind. Easy navigational links are always with you wherever you go. Larger font with enough space is for your easy on-screen reading. Moreover, important points are highlighted for quick scanning of the materials. You will also find printer friendly version of each pages. Some information on this web page has been quoted from the Time-Life Book titled Transformation. You will find details of the book on Reference page. This site is only the starting point of a long journey. If you like to join in, you are most welcome. Your contributions will definitely enrich this site; all worthy contributions will be updated on readers comments page. Feel free to drop any suggestion, observations or contribution through the feedback form. And don't forget to put up your comments on message board for open discussion. |
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Is it an exaggeration of some other things?
Well, all these questions have been puzzling mankind for last 5
centuries. Though many ingenious hypotheses have been
suggested as possible explanations, definite conclusion can't be drawn.
Some experts have tried to observe it as purely supernatural phenomena
while others have relied on scientific observations.
Contradictions and debates still persist and will continue till any
single theory solves the jigsaw which seems unlikely considering
complexity and diversity of the topic. Nonetheless,
the werewolf phenomenon has not perished yet; recent werewolf
sightings are still reported.