Of Ghostes and Spirites, Walking by Night And of Straunge Noyses, Crackes, and Sundrie Forewarnings, Which Commonly Happen Before the Death of Men: Great Slaughters, and Alterations of Kingdoms

"Of Ghostes and Spirites, Walking by Night" by Ludwig Lavater is a religious exploration of ghostly sightings, spirits, and omens intended to clear up public confusion regarding the supernatural. Aiming to correct the superstitious beliefs of his time particularly those inspired by religious institutions, the author sets out to educate readers on the true nature of spirits. The treatise addresses the misconceptions surrounding apparitions and strange occurrences, promising to guide readers toward a scripturally and rationally sound understanding by suggesting many encounters are simply fear and imagination. The primary themes include analyzing sightings and apparitions, countering common misconceptions held by both common folk and scholars, and establishing a foundation of scriptural and intellectual reasoning.