Topic(s):  Christian Life

Todd Clippard

I do not believe hypnosis falls under the biblical condemnation of witchcraft for a number of reasons. The use of hypnosis to help one quit smoking or lose weight (in these cases called hypnotherapy) is done to assist the mind in breaking routine habits. In other words, it is a mind-training assistance. A person under this type of hypnosis is not relinquishing control of their free will.

Additionally, while under hypnosis, people are not open to suggestions that violate their moral values.

Finally, various forms of self-hypnosis can help us in our studies and the retention of information.