Anatomiya Fenomenov - No 4 - 2005

Magazine Overview

This issue of the "Anatomy of Phenomena" informational bulletin, published by the Belarusian Ufological Committee and affiliated with "Cosmopoisk," marks the resumption of publication after a hiatus. Issue number 4, dated December 2005, is presented as a limited print run intended for organization members without internet access and those interested in anomalous phenomena and the committee's work. The bulletin is described as an occasional publication, primarily featuring year-end summaries and thematic issues. It also serves as a contact point for individuals who have witnessed anomalous events or wish to share theories and join the organization's efforts.

Table of Contents

The issue's table of contents highlights several key articles:

2. Main Events of 2005: A summary of the Belarusian Ufological Committee's activities, including expeditions, trips, media engagement, and other achievements.
3. Astronomical Situation in 2005-2006: An analysis by S. Marzan, noting that some celestial events are sometimes mistaken for UFOs or other anomalous phenomena.
4. The Mystery of the Bernardine Monastery: An investigation by D. Borodachenkov into the unexplained occurrences at the Bernardine Monastery in the Brest Fortress.
5. The Mystery of the Belarusian Pustynki: An article by I. Butov detailing an expedition to a revived monastery where an image of Jesus Christ is said to have miraculously appeared, with efforts to analyze the origin of this 'non-hand-made' image.
6. In Search of the Graves of One-Eyed Giants: An account of an August reconnaissance trip to the vicinity of Bol. Sukharevichi, linked to local legends of burials of one-eyed giants with 'trokhkonchaty' skulls.
7. Meeting with Polish Ufologists: A report on a meeting in Warsaw between the Ufocom and the Polish organization "Nautilus," which hosts a weekly radio show on anomalous phenomena.
8. Contact Information: Details for contacting the Belarusian Ufological Committee and related organizations.

Main Events of 2005

Page 2 details the committee's activities throughout 2005:

• February 19: An expedition to Dzerzhinsk to investigate reports of icons weeping blood.
• May 7-10: An expedition to Lake Grebenitskoye in the Vitebsk region to examine a photograph of a non-existent church. This coincided with a "Cosmopoisk" gathering, leading to the Belarusian Ufocom joining "Cosmopoisk" and Ruslan Linnik being elected as the "Cosmopoisk" coordinator for Belarus.
• May 14-15: Strange images were obtained in the cellars of the Bernardine Monastery, potentially indicating an anomaly.
• June: A new research group, "Artefact," was formed to focus on complex expeditions within Belarus to search for local artifacts.
• June 4: Strange objects were observed near Brest, hovering for hours. While an explanation was found for photographs, witness accounts remain.
• June 22-23: A group led by Dmitry Shimanovich observed a strange object in the sky during an overnight stay in the anomalous zone of Tishkovo.
• June 28: A new service was launched on the Ufocom website, enabling SMS messages to be sent via the organization's site.
• July: An analysis of an НЛО video from Liozno suggested it was likely an astronomical event (conjunction of Jupiter and Venus).
• July: An article about paranormal researchers, based on an interview with Ruslan Linnik, was published in the magazine "Maladosts" (No. 7, 2005).
• August 11: A reconnaissance trip by the Brest branch to the vicinity of Bol. Sukharevichi investigated legends of one-eyed giants buried there. An archaeological site, "Gorodishche," was identified but excavations had found nothing anomalous.
• August: An attempt to visit the "bleeding apartment" in Dubintsy, Vitebsk region, was thwarted as the former owner had moved out.
• September 24-25: A trip by the Mogilev branch to the Pustynsky Monastery to study a non-hand-made image of Jesus Christ on a wall.
• September 27: A TV report about the activities of the Brest branch was aired on "Bug-TV."
• October 2: A trip by the Mogilev branch to Larionovka to study a strange stone figure on the bank of the Dnieper River.
• October 3: A partial solar eclipse (30%) was observed across Belarus, with measurements taken at four locations.
• October 6: A trip by the Minsk branch to a "holy stone" near Krements, Liozno district.
• October 18: The Ufocom website was updated with a new design and a forum.
• October 29: A meeting in Warsaw between Viktor Gaiduchik and Polish ufologists from "Nautilus" led to an agreement on cooperation.
• November 14: A segment about the Ufological Committee was featured on the "Dobroye utro" program on the First National TV channel.
• November 18: A meeting in Warsaw with representatives of the young Polish organization "On the Threshold of the Unknown."

In Development: Creation of a WAP site for mobile access to Ufocom news and an electronic database for anomalous phenomena.

Astronomical Situation in 2005-2006

This section, prepared by Sergey Marzan, lists astronomical events for 2005 and 2006, including meteor showers (Quadrantids, Virginids, Lyrids, eta-Aquariids, eta-Aquariids, Perseids, Draconids, Orionids, Taurids), planetary conjunctions, eclipses (solar and lunar), and other celestial phenomena. It notes that some events, like the eta-Aquariids and Perseids, might be hindered by the moon. It also mentions two solar and two lunar eclipses in 2006, with one total solar eclipse visible in Belarus on March 29th.

The Mystery of the Bernardine Monastery

Authored by Dmitry Borodachenkov from Brest, this article details investigations into alleged paranormal phenomena at the Bernardine Monastery. The author recounts two separate incidents where female companions, Svetlana Moiseenko and another woman named Svetlana, reported hearing female monastic chanting in the monastery's basement. In a later investigation with Anna Sh., Anna described seeing a small, indistinct figure. Borodachenkov himself reports experiencing an inexplicable, sudden sense of panic when approaching the monastery. While initial investigations using ram-finding methods and radiation detection yielded no conclusive results, the case remains open due to ongoing reports of unusual activity in the area.

The Mystery of the Belarusian Pustynki

I. Butov describes an expedition to the Pustynki monastery, founded in 1380. The monastery is known for a holy spring and, more recently, an image of Jesus Christ that appeared on a wall, claimed to be non-hand-made. The research team measured the image, which was 17 cm vertically and 11.2 cm horizontally, with a surrounding 'border.' The image felt slightly warm, and a radiation detector failed to function. Samples taken from the wall were analyzed using microscopy, revealing standard wall materials without any paint or unusual substances. The author suggests the image might have been created by scraping away wall material, similar to the method proposed for the Turin Shroud. The article concludes that the method of image creation remains a mystery.

In Search of the Graves of One-Eyed Giants

This article by Viktor Gaiduchik recounts an investigation into local legends in the villages of Bol. and Mal. Sukharevichi, Brest region, concerning the burial of one-eyed giants with 'trokhkonchaty' skulls. The author visited a site known as "Gorodishche," which was identified as an archaeological monument dating from the early Middle Ages (11th-14th centuries). Despite local legends and a previous mention of excavations yielding unusual bones, consultations with the Brest Regional Museum revealed that archaeological digs had found no evidence of giants or unusual human remains.

Meeting with Polish Ufologists

This report details a meeting on October 29th in Warsaw between the Belarusian Ufological Committee and the Polish ufological organization "Nautilus." "Nautilus," active since 2001, focuses on investigating "crop circles" and has achieved significant results. A notable event for "Nautilus" was the erection of an НЛО monument on October 15th in Emilcin, commemorating a close encounter of the third kind on May 10, 1978. The monument reportedly emitted a loud sound, similar to a sonic boom, when journalists visited, echoing the sound heard during the original НЛО event. The meeting concluded with an agreement for closer cooperation between the two organizations and a call for expanded international ties in ufology.

Contact Information

Page 8 provides contact details for the Belarusian Ufological Committee, including regional representatives in Minsk, Mogilev, Vitebsk, and Brest, along with email addresses. It also lists the committee's website (http://ufo-com.net) and forum (http://ufo-com.net/forum/). Friendly organizations are listed, including "Cosmopoisk" (Russia), "Volga Group for the Study of Anomalous Phenomena" (Russia), UFOLATS (Latvia), Laboratory of Nekton (Latvia), KPUFO (Czech Republic), PARAMIR (Belarus), "Mir UPEA" (Belarus), and UFOKosmos (Belarus). An "Emergency SMS" service is also advertised for reporting anomalous phenomena.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the investigation of anomalous phenomena, including UFO sightings, unexplained historical mysteries, and alleged paranormal events. The Belarusian Ufological Committee positions itself as a research organization dedicated to exploring these phenomena, collaborating with international counterparts, and disseminating information to the public. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging witness reports and theoretical exploration while also grounding investigations in empirical research and analysis, as seen in the astronomical data and archaeological site investigations. The emphasis on cooperation with organizations like "Cosmopoisk" and "Nautilus" highlights a desire for a broader, international approach to ufology.