10-12-2008, 12:15 AM
I know there is mixed opinions about Geller but I thought it was interesting that he claims his powers are from a planet called Hoova.
Thursday, 9 October 2008
From amongst the numerous swarm of people laying claims to fantastic psychic powers, Uri Geller is probably one of the best known.
Events, however, did not always favour his smooth advancement. Indeed, at one point in his career, Geller, while still performing in his native Israel, had a disconcerting encounter with a dogged sceptic.
As recounted by James Randi (later to become Geller's nemesis) a man who had attended one of Geller's shows was dissatisfied and took Geller to court on the ground that he had cheated by using magician's tricks rather than displaying true psychic powers as promised.
Much to Uri's chagrin an Israeli court agreed with the plaintiff, and ordered costs against Geller. As an added sting he was also ordered to refund the price of the ticket.
This incident no doubt played a part in Geller's decision to leave Israel and seek his fortune elsewhere. He found America to be his promised land. Constrictors such as pythons are able to unhinge their jaws in order to swallow large prey, but this amazing ability was outmatched by the open-mouthed way in which so many Americans gulped down Geller's boasts.
For example, the Israeli performer explained (with an air of rectitude) that, "He had been given his powers through (sic) a distant planet called Hoova in another star system, and a UFO called "IS" or Intelligence in the Sky".[/b] This sort of stuff makes me fall about laughing. Notice how closely "Hoova" resembles "Hoover". Was Uri cheekily admitting how easy it is to suck in the dupes?
Geller attracted a huge and fiercely loyal following worldwide, and it took the indefatigable efforts of James Randi (and supporters) to turn the tide.
K.S.W. Hyde
http://www.gisborneherald.co.nz/Default.aspx?s=3&s1=2&id=6142
Thursday, 9 October 2008
From amongst the numerous swarm of people laying claims to fantastic psychic powers, Uri Geller is probably one of the best known.
Events, however, did not always favour his smooth advancement. Indeed, at one point in his career, Geller, while still performing in his native Israel, had a disconcerting encounter with a dogged sceptic.
As recounted by James Randi (later to become Geller's nemesis) a man who had attended one of Geller's shows was dissatisfied and took Geller to court on the ground that he had cheated by using magician's tricks rather than displaying true psychic powers as promised.
Much to Uri's chagrin an Israeli court agreed with the plaintiff, and ordered costs against Geller. As an added sting he was also ordered to refund the price of the ticket.
This incident no doubt played a part in Geller's decision to leave Israel and seek his fortune elsewhere. He found America to be his promised land. Constrictors such as pythons are able to unhinge their jaws in order to swallow large prey, but this amazing ability was outmatched by the open-mouthed way in which so many Americans gulped down Geller's boasts.
For example, the Israeli performer explained (with an air of rectitude) that, "He had been given his powers through (sic) a distant planet called Hoova in another star system, and a UFO called "IS" or Intelligence in the Sky".[/b] This sort of stuff makes me fall about laughing. Notice how closely "Hoova" resembles "Hoover". Was Uri cheekily admitting how easy it is to suck in the dupes?
Geller attracted a huge and fiercely loyal following worldwide, and it took the indefatigable efforts of James Randi (and supporters) to turn the tide.
K.S.W. Hyde
http://www.gisborneherald.co.nz/Default.aspx?s=3&s1=2&id=6142