Occult

Occultism refers to a range of practices, knowledge, and beliefs that are generally considered to be secret, mysterious, or beyond the scope of ordinary understanding. The term is often associated with esoteric traditions, such as alchemy, astrology, divination, magic, and mysticism. The word "occult" comes from the Latin occultus, meaning "hidden" or "concealed." In Hebrew, the term is translated as עִיסּוּק בְּנִסְתָּרוֹת (issuk benistarot). Other relevant translations include Esoterismo in Spanish, Occultisme in French, and Okkultismus in German. Occultism often involves the study and practice of hidden or esoteric knowledge, aiming to uncover deeper truths about the universe, human nature, and the divine. It has historically been both revered and condemned, depending on cultural and religious contexts, and has influenced various spiritual, philosophical, and artistic movements throughout history.