Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

spirit-rapping

noun

ˈspɪrɪtˈræpɪŋ

Definition

A form of communication allegedly between the living and the spirits of the dead, often associated with spiritualism.

Examples

During a séance, the medium invited the spirits to engage in spirit-rapping to convey their messages.
Many practitioners claim to have received guidance through spirit-rapping from ancestors.

Meaning

Spirit-rapping refers to the phenomenon where sounds such as knocks or taps are made to signify messages from spirits. It was particularly popular in the 19th century among spiritualists seeking to communicate with the dead.