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Pregnant Woman Claims She Woke Up to Find Bloody Handprint on Her Belly After Slapping a 'Spirit' in Her Dream

A local elder, known for his knowledge of traditional beliefs, weighed in on the matter. "This is not the first time something like this has happened. When a woman is with child, she is at her most vulnerable. Spirits, especially envious ones, seek to harm the unborn. She fought back, and the spirit left its mark."

By Omasanjuwa OgharandukunPublished 12 months ago 3 min read

In the quiet town of Grand Cape Mount County, Liberia, a chilling story has sent waves of fear and curiosity through the community. A pregnant woman claims she woke up to find a bloody handprint on her belly after slapping a 'spirit' in her dream.

This is not just another bedtime story, nor is it a tale meant to scare children into submission. It is a real-life account of an experience that defies logic, challenges science, and forces us to question the boundaries between the seen and the unseen.

A Dream or Something More?

The young woman, who wishes to remain anonymous, shared her terrifying ordeal with Liberian journalist Donso Sheriff. According to her, the nightmare began three nights ago when she had an eerie dream.

"I was asleep when I felt something heavy pressing down on me. It was like I couldn’t move, couldn’t breathe," she recalled. "Then I saw a woman—her face was shadowy, but I knew she wasn’t human. She reached for my stomach, and in that moment, pure instinct took over. I slapped her."

She woke up suddenly, her body drenched in sweat, her heart racing. But what she saw next made her blood run cold. A pregnant woman claims she woke up to find a bloody handprint on her belly after slapping a 'spirit' in her dream.

A Mysterious Mark That Science Can’t Explain

"When I opened my eyes, my stomach was burning. I looked down and there it was—a red handprint, clear as day. And it was bleeding."

Terrified and in pain, she screamed, waking her family. They rushed her to the nearest clinic, but even the doctors were baffled. There was no logical explanation for the mark on her stomach. It was as if something—or someone—had left a signature on her body.

While medical experts tried to find a scientific reason, the people of Grand Cape Mount County had already drawn their conclusions. This was no accident. This was a spiritual attack.

The Community Reacts: Fear and Superstition Take Hold

News of the incident spread like wildfire. Neighbors gathered outside her home, whispering in hushed tones. Some believed she had angered a supernatural entity. Others warned that she must seek spiritual cleansing before the ‘spirit’ returned for revenge.

"Pregnant woman claims she woke up to find a bloody handprint on her belly after slapping a 'spirit' in her dream." It became the headline of every conversation, the subject of every debate.

A local elder, known for his knowledge of traditional beliefs, weighed in on the matter. "This is not the first time something like this has happened. When a woman is with child, she is at her most vulnerable. Spirits, especially envious ones, seek to harm the unborn. She fought back, and the spirit left its mark."

But could it really be that simple? Or was there another force at play?

Science vs. Spirituality: The Eternal Debate

Doctors at the clinic suggested the possibility of sleep paralysis, a condition where the mind wakes up before the body, causing hallucinations. They theorized that her body might have subconsciously reacted to a stressful dream, leading to the mysterious mark.

However, this explanation failed to convince many. The fact that the pregnant woman claims she woke up to find a bloody handprint on her belly after slapping a 'spirit' in her dream could not be ignored. If it were merely a hallucination, why was there physical evidence?

The spiritual community, on the other hand, insisted that this was no coincidence. They advised her to seek immediate protection through traditional cleansing rituals.

What Happens Next?

Fearing another attack, the woman’s family reached out to a respected spiritual healer. The healer performed a series of prayers and purification rites, burning incense and reciting ancient incantations.

"The spirit was not just passing by," he warned. "It wanted something. If she had not fought back, things could have been much worse."

Despite the ceremony, the woman remains shaken. She now sleeps with protective charms around her bed and refuses to be alone after dark.

A Story That Won’t Be Forgotten

This eerie encounter has left many wondering—how much do we really know about the supernatural? Is there a world beyond our senses, one that intersects with ours in ways we cannot comprehend?

One thing is certain: a pregnant woman claims she woke up to find a bloody handprint on her belly after slapping a 'spirit' in her dream, and her story has left an indelible mark on everyone who has heard it.

Perhaps the biggest question now is: Was this a one-time incident, or is there more to come? Only time will tell.

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Omasanjuwa Ogharandukun

I'm a passionate writer & blogger crafting inspiring stories from everyday life. Through vivid words and thoughtful insights, I spark conversations and ignite change—one post at a time.

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