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A spiritual being is a non-corporeal entity found in many religions and belief systems throughout the world.<P>
In many belief systems, spirits are on the same plane of existence as "gods", though these spirits are of a much lesser magnitude. For example, Thor was a god, and any given dwarf was likewise accounted as a spiritual being in Norse mythology. <P>
Historically, spiritual beings have been ascribed any number of powers, both over nature and over humans. Often their power is said to be linked with their purpose in creation.<P>
In some parts of the world, spiritual beings are believed to be able to possess humans and control their behavior. |
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