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The Divining Rod: Virgula Divina—Baculus Divinatorius (Water-Witching)

By Charles Latimer
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An engineer presents a collected account of divining-rod practice, combining personal experiments, historical definitions, anecdotes, and biblical and contemporary examples to argue that dowsing merits scientific investigation. He describes typical rods and handling methods, recounts cases of locating water, minerals, and oil, and critiques skeptical dismissal while urging objective testing and open-minded inquiry. Notes from other sources supplement his experience, and the essay suggests practical procedures and observations intended to bring the technique under empirical examination.

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Charles Latimer

Charles Latimer was an author known for his exploration of the mystical and supernatural, particularly in relation to divination practices. His notable work, "The Divining Rod: Virgula Divina—Baculus Divinatorius (Water-Witching)," delves into the historical and cultural significance of water-witching, a method believed to locate underground water sources using a divining rod. Through this book, Latimer contributes to the understanding of folk traditions and the intersection of belief and nature, reflecting a fascination with the esoteric that resonates in various cultural contexts.

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