The Devil on Trial: A Minor Exorcism and a Demonic Possession

The Minor Exorcism

• 🗓️ On September 2nd, 1980, the church approved a minor exorcism, described as a simple prayer, similar to those used in baptisms.
• ⚠️ The priest warned the family that even these minor exorcisms could be intense enough for the person to die.

The Demonic Presence

• 🥶 The room suddenly became ice cold, which is often interpreted as a sign of a spirit's presence.
• 🗣️ The demon, identified as possessing David, began hissing and growling, calling the priest names, and attempting to attack.
• 💥 During the intense events, David's tongue reportedly swelled, making it difficult for him to breathe, a situation exacerbated by people holding him down.

Arie's Sacrifice

• ✝️ Arie, Debbie's boyfriend, seeing David about to die and the priest and Warrens seemingly unable to help, made a drastic decision.
• 🙏 He invited the demon into himself to save David, saying, "Leave him. Take me."
• ❄️ Arie described feeling an ice-cold sensation come over him after inviting the entity.
• 🚫 The transcript notes that there is no audio or visual evidence of this pivotal moment, including Arie's invitation.
• ⚠️ Ed Warren later stated that challenging a demonic entity is dangerous and should never be done, a warning Arie's grandfather had also given him.