Anneliese Michel (September 21, 1952 – July 1, 1976) was a German woman who underwent exorcism rites in 1975 and died the following year. Her death led to significant controversy and legal proceedings.
Early Life and Illness: Anneliese Michel was raised in a strict Roman Catholic family in Bavaria, Germany. She began experiencing mental and physical health problems in her teenage years, including a diagnosis of epilepsy and subsequent psychiatric treatment.
Exorcism: Believing she was possessed by demons, Michel and her family sought help from the Catholic Church. After some investigation, two priests were authorized to perform the Rite%20of%20Exorcism over her. These exorcisms took place over several months.
Death and Trial: Anneliese Michel died in 1976. An autopsy concluded that the cause of death was malnutrition and dehydration. Her parents and the two priests who performed the exorcisms were charged with negligent homicide. The resulting Trial garnered international attention.
Controversy: The case sparked debate regarding the role of mental illness, religious belief, and medical treatment. Some believed Anneliese Michel suffered from a treatable medical condition, while others attributed her condition to demonic possession.
Legacy: The story of Anneliese Michel has been the subject of books and films, most notably the film "The%20Exorcism%20of%20Emily%20Rose", and continues to be a point of discussion in the fields of psychology, religion, and law.
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