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Spirit Photo Hudson
The medium Stainton Moses, with Dr Speer and Rector, one of Mosess controls
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1872 Hudson Medium Mediumship Moses Speer Spirit Stainton Paranormal
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This intriguing photograph captures a moment in the history of spiritualism, taken in the year 1872. The image features Stainton Moses (1811-1903), a well-known English medium, in the midst of a seance with two prominent figures of the time: Dr. Speer and the Rector. Stainton Moses, renowned for his alleged ability to communicate with the spirit world, is seen in a trance-like state, with his hand resting on a table. The table is adorned with various objects, believed to be used for mediumship, including a glass, a planchette, and a set of alphabet cards. Dr. Speer, a respected physician, and the Rector, a religious leader, are seen looking intently at Moses, seemingly engaged in the spiritual communication. The atmosphere in the room is heavy with anticipation and curiosity, as they await a response from the spirit world. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the beliefs and practices of the spiritualist movement during the late 19th century. Spiritualism, which gained popularity in Europe and North America during the 1850s, was a religious and philosophical movement that centered on the belief that the dead could communicate with the living. Mediums, like Stainton Moses, were believed to be the conduits for these communications. Seances, such as the one depicted in this photograph, were a common way for people to experience these phenomena. This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the beliefs and practices of the spiritualist movement during a time when it was both controversial and widely popular. It serves as a reminder of the enduring human desire to connect with the unknown and to seek answers to the mysteries of life and death.
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