A Ouija board, also known as a spirit board or talking board, is a flat board marked with the letters of the alphabet, the numbers 0-9, the words “yes” and “no”, and various symbols and images. It is used in sances to facilitate communication with spirits. One or more participants place their fingers on a planchette, a small heart-shaped piece of wood or plastic, and ask questions to the spirits. The planchette is then said to move around the board, spelling out answers to the questions.
Ouija boards have been around for centuries, and their origins are unknown. Some believe that they were first used in ancient Egypt, while others believe that they were developed in the 19th century by spiritualists. Ouija boards became popular in the United States in the early 20th century, and they have remained popular ever since. There are many different types of Ouija boards available, and they can be purchased at most occult stores and online retailers.
