Glossary
30 terms and concepts indexed
Terms starting with "F"
30 terms
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Fairy
Supernatural beings from folklore, often depicted as small, magical creatures with wings, associated with nature, and known for their penchant for mischief as well as helping or hindering humans.
False Flag Operations
Acts carried out with the intent of disguising the actual source of responsibility and blaming another party, often employed to justify military actions or political changes.
False Rome
A theory suggesting that mainstream narratives about Rome's rise and achievements may have been distorted or fabricated, leading to a skewed understanding of its historical impact.
Familiar Spirits
Supernatural entities believed to assist practitioners of magic or witchcraft, often depicted as animal companions or spirits that provide guidance and protection.
Fast Movers
A term used to describe unidentified flying or submerged objects known for their high-speed maneuvers that defy conventional physics and understanding.
Father Seraphim Rose
An American Orthodox monk and theologian known for his spiritual writings and teachings about the relevance of traditional spirituality in contemporary times, active in the mid-20th century.
Fear Mongering
A strategy of alarming or distorting facts about UFOs and extraterrestrial encounters to create public fear or concern.
Filippo Biondi
A radar engineer known for his work on detecting underground structures using synthetic aperture radar technology, active in contemporary archaeology.
Final Experiment
A concept presented by Campanella in which he proposes a practical demonstration designed to offer evidence supporting the Flat Earth theory.
First Contact
The hypothetical scenario in which humanity makes its first encounter with extraterrestrial life, explored in the book by Becky Ferreira.
Firsthand Fund
An initiative started by Jason Sands aimed at providing support and community for people who share personal encounters with UAPs.
Flat Earth Mindset
A belief system asserting that the Earth is flat, rejecting the scientific consensus on its spherical shape, and often associated with a broader distrust of mainstream science.
Flat Earth Theory
The belief that the Earth is flat rather than a sphere, claiming that scientific evidence supporting a round Earth is flawed or fabricated.
Flathead Basin
A geographic region in northwestern Montana characterized by a large lake and river systems, significant for understanding past climatic and geological changes.
Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions
A novella by Edwin A. Abbott that explores dimensions and perceptions of reality, using mathematics and geometry to discuss the limitations of understanding different realities.
Flatwoods Monster
A purported extraterrestrial being reportedly seen in Flatwoods, West Virginia, in 1952, characterized by its towering height, misty appearance, and strange lights.
Flying Saucers
A term popularized in the mid-20th century referring to a type of unidentified flying object (UFO) often reported as a disc-shaped craft purportedly operated by extraterrestrial beings.
FOIA
Freedom of Information Act; a law that allows the public to request access to records from any federal agency, often used by investigators to acquire information on government-held data regarding UFOs...
FOIA litigation
Legal action taken under the Freedom of Information Act to compel government agencies to release information regarding unidentified aerial phenomena and related topics.
Folk Catholicism
A syncretic practice combining elements of Catholic faith with indigenous beliefs and rituals, commonly found in Latin American cultures.
Folk medicine
Traditional healing practices and remedies used by local populations, often based on herbalism and regional knowledge, distinct from modern medical treatment.
Folklore
Traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community, often passed down through generations, which include supernatural elements and moral lessons.
Forbidden Science 6: Scattered Castles
The sixth volume of Jacques Vallée's journals, documenting his insights and research related to UFOs and consciousness from 2010 to 2019.
Former Air Force and Navy personnel
Individuals who served in the United States Air Force or Navy and provided testimony related to UAP experiences and encounters during official hearings.
Four Corners Mystery
Refers to the unique spiritual and geographical phenomena associated with the Four Corners area of the U.S., where Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico meet, known for its rich Native American hist...
Frankism
A religious movement founded by Jacob Frank that incorporated elements of Judaism and mysticism, viewed as heretical to traditional Jewish teachings.
Frater Ashen Chassan
A contemporary author and ceremonial magician known for his teachings and writings on traditional magical practices, particularly those outlined in the Lemegeton.
Freemasonry
A fraternal organization with roots dating back to the late 16th to early 17th century, known for its secretive rituals and symbols, which some believe convey ancient wisdom and esoteric knowledge.
Frozen Smoke
An unusual visual phenomenon that presents as a fog or smoke that appears immobile or frozen in time, often discussed in the context of paranormal sightings.
Full Spectrum Health
A holistic health model proposed by Dr. Kelly Brogan that integrates physical, mental, and emotional dimensions of health, emphasizing the interconnectedness of these areas.