Religious scholars and UFO researchers intensify their investigation of unexplained phenomena documented in centuries-old Vatican records as new revelations emerge about potential extraterrestrial encounters.

According to Daily Mail, Diana Walsh Pasulka, a religious studies professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, has uncovered compelling accounts of mysterious aerial phenomena in Vatican archives dating from 1300 to 1800, including descriptions of orbs, luminous beings, and disc-like objects.

Pasulka's extensive research within the Vatican's secret archives revealed detailed documentation of unexplained events that parallel modern UFO encounters.

Her findings, published in the book "American Cosmic," showcase numerous historical records describing supernatural occurrences that may have been misinterpreted through a religious lens.

Historical Vatican records reveal mysterious phenomena

The Vatican Secret Archives, established in 1612 by Pope Paul V and now known as the Vatican Apostolic Archives, houses an estimated 50 miles of shelving containing papal correspondence and historical records.

Vatican archivists are currently engaged in a massive digitization effort to preserve these ancient documents, though according to Pasulka, records of mysterious phenomena are not receiving priority attention.

Among the most intriguing discoveries is the case of Sister Maria of Ágreda, a 17th-century Spanish nun who reportedly experienced levitation while surrounded by blinding white light. Sister Maria's earliest writings, which were later destroyed, contained detailed descriptions of cosmic journeys and encounters with distant lands.

Pasulka, speaking about her discoveries in the archives, shared:

The historical record is filled with these kinds of events. The people at the Vatican, they don't even know where to look - it's in their basements.

Modern UFO claims link to Vatican knowledge

Recent allegations by Pentagon whistleblower David Grusch suggest the Vatican's involvement in UFO-related matters extends beyond ancient records. Grusch claims Pope Pius XII assisted American forces in recovering a crashed UFO during World War II, specifically helping retrieve a partially intact vehicle discovered in Magenta, Italy, in 1933.

The alleged recovery operation involved coordination between the Vatican and U.S. authorities, though no physical evidence has been presented to support these claims. This revelation adds another layer to the complex relationship between the Catholic Church and unexplained phenomena.

Researchers point to similarities between historical religious visions and contemporary UFO encounters, suggesting a possible connection between spiritual and extraterrestrial experiences.

Religious interpretations of unexplained events

The 1917 Fatima incident in Portugal serves as a prime example of a potentially misinterpreted phenomenon. Three shepherd children reported seeing apparitions of the Virgin Mary, followed by a mass sighting where thousands witnessed unusual solar activity.

Pasulka addresses the complex nature of analyzing such events:

Religion cannot be analyzed in the same way as science. One cannot put an angel under a microscope. It is this aspect - the mysterious sacred - that distinguishes religion from other organized practices like sports or fandoms. In religions, one finds the inexplicable, sacred event or a mysterious artifact.

Vatican archives evidence demands further investigation

Following Pope Francis's recent passing, UFO researchers and activists have intensified their calls for the Vatican to provide greater access to its archives. The vast collection of historical documents potentially contains valuable insights into unexplained phenomena that have been interpreted through religious frameworks throughout history.

The convergence of religious visions and modern UFO encounters presents a compelling case for reexamining historical records with contemporary analytical methods. Vatican archivists continue their digitization efforts, though the process remains selective and time-consuming.

Call for transparency leads investigation forward

Professor Diana Walsh Pasulka's groundbreaking research in the Vatican archives has uncovered numerous accounts of unexplained aerial phenomena dating back to the 14th century. These discoveries, documented in her book "American Cosmic," highlight the potential connection between historical religious experiences and modern UFO encounters.

The investigation continues as researchers and activists press for greater access to the Vatican's extensive archives, believing they may contain crucial evidence about humanity's historical interaction with unexplained phenomena.

The debate over whether these documented experiences represent genuine extraterrestrial encounters or misinterpreted religious visions remains at the heart of ongoing research efforts.