Busqueda Boletin - No 44

Magazine Overview

This issue of BÚSQUEDA, number 44, dated March 1992, is a Spanish-language bulletin focused on UFOs and parapsychology. The cover features a striking, surreal illustration of alien beings resembling jellyfish with large eyes, accompanied by the provocative headline: "SERÁN ASÍ LOS ET'S?" (Will ETs be like this?). The magazine's address is listed as C/L'Argenteria, 5-1º, Girona, 17001, Spain, with a telephone number of (972) 21 21 22 and a legal deposit number of GI-554/89.

Speculative Concepts of Extraterrestrial Intelligence

The issue begins with a speculative piece contemplating the possibility of extraterrestrial life, suggesting that alien beings might possess vastly different biological structures, potentially with a significantly larger proportion of their mass dedicated to their nervous system. The author imagines a scenario where such super-intelligent beings could control less intelligent, physically powerful beings, creating a symbiotic or subservient relationship. This section also touches on psychological projection, using the example of musical preferences to illustrate human egocentrism and the tendency to create deities in our own image. It questions our anthropocentric view of time and space, suggesting that alien civilizations might operate on vastly different temporal scales, rendering our concepts of travel time irrelevant.

The Nature of Light and Invisible Beings

Another article explores the limitations of human perception, particularly our reliance on a narrow band of the electromagnetic spectrum for vision. It poses the question of whether invisible beings, existing beyond the visible red and violet light spectrums, could inhabit space. The author draws a parallel with dog whistles, which emit sounds beyond human hearing but are perceived by dogs, suggesting that similar phenomena might exist in the universe. The concept of a "perfectly closed cycle organism" powered by solar energy, possessing pure intelligence and near-immortality, is introduced, referencing Fred Hoyle's science fiction book "The Black Cloud."

Animal Mutilations: Investigations and Critiques

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to the phenomenon of animal mutilations. It details the work of anthropologist Nancy Owen, who received a grant to study these incidents in Arkansas. The article critiques Owen's findings, noting her focus on Benton County and her argument that the grant was insufficient for a broader study. It highlights discrepancies, such as the presence of police reports and autopsies that suggest surgical precision in the mutilations, contradicting the idea of natural predators. The article also mentions the involvement of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in discussions about these events, which it finds peculiar. The role of FBI agent Kenneth Rammel is also examined, with the author questioning his methodology and reliance on state veterinarians and media reports rather than specialized studies on predator behavior. The lack of predator tracks and blood at the mutilation sites is emphasized as a key point of contention.

UFOs and Religious Phenomena

Another section, titled "Teorías e Hipótesis" (Theories and Hypotheses), by J. Ministral, attempts to reconcile scientific truths with religious texts, particularly the Gospels. It speculates that Jesus Christ might have been an extraterrestrial visitor, an "angel" (interpreted as an alien entity) who chose Mary to incarnate. The star that guided the Magi is described as a UFO, and Jesus's ascension is interpreted as a departure in a "cloud" or spacecraft. The article also discusses the apparitions of the Virgin Mary at Fátima, Lourdes, and Garabandal, suggesting they were genuine encounters with a celestial entity, and that the UFO seen at Fátima demonstrated the power of these "celestials," linking ufology and Catholicism.

Historical UFO Cases

The magazine presents several historical UFO sightings and encounters:

• Shell Alpert (July 1952): Witnessed and photographed four large, illuminated discs over Salem, Massachusetts.
• Thomas Hutchinson (September 1965): Observed a small, egg-shaped disc fall into a swamp near Money more, Northern Ireland. The object was later examined and then levitated.
• London Airport (March 6, 1959): A bright yellow UFO was observed by an air traffic controller and fighter pilots, but was not detected by radar.
• John Glenn (1962): The astronaut photographed a mysterious object outside his spacecraft during a space flight.

The Zanfreta Case: An Italian Abduction

A significant portion of the issue is dedicated to the "El Caso Zanfreta" (The Zanfreta Case), described as the most famous abduction case in Italy. The report, extracted from Rino Di Stefano's account, details the experiences of Fortunato Zanfreta, a security guard in Torriglia, Italy.

On December 6, 1978, Zanfreta's patrol car mysteriously stopped while he was on duty. He reported seeing four strange lights in a garden and then encountered a large, green, undulating creature approximately three meters tall. He experienced intense fear and later saw a large, flat, triangular craft emitting a bright light. His communication with colleagues was cut off.

Upon being found, Zanfreta was disoriented, his clothes were hot, and he was trembling. Investigations by the carabinieri revealed large, disproportionate footprints and a Smith & Wesson pistol that had been fired five times, though Zanfreta had no recollection of firing it. Fifty-two residents of the area also reported seeing a similar glow.

Further investigation included a hypnotic regression session conducted by Dr. Mavro Moretti. During the session, Zanfreta described being abducted by "monsters" about three meters tall with green, wavy skin, yellow, triangular eyes, and red veins. They took him to a hot, luminous place where he was examined and interrogated. He stated the creatures came from the "third galaxy" and intended to return, communicating through a luminous device that translated their language.

Zanfreta reportedly disappeared again on December 26, 1978, while driving in a tunnel. His car stopped, and he reported seeing a bright light and feeling he had to leave with "them." When found, his clothes were hot, and large, unusual footprints were discovered. The case was eventually archived by the Italian authorities without criminal charges, but the reliability of the events was deemed "good" by the carabinieri.

Other Sections

The magazine also includes a section on the "3ª Generación" (3rd Generation) of UFO researchers, defending them against criticism and highlighting their fieldwork and dedication. It mentions a cultural group called EDIT 99 that publishes a free quarterly bulletin called PARATECNIA, focusing on parapsychology, religion, and humanism. Additionally, there is a list of awards given by the Centro de Estudios Parapsicológicos de Ontinyent (CEP Ontinyent) for contributions to parascientific knowledge, recognizing various individuals and organizations for their work in parapsychology and UFO research.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the speculative nature of extraterrestrial intelligence, the challenges and controversies surrounding animal mutilations, the potential links between UFO phenomena and religious experiences, and the detailed recounting of specific UFO sightings and abduction cases. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various theories and case studies while also engaging in critical analysis of research methodologies and official reports. There is a clear effort to connect seemingly disparate phenomena, such as UFOs and religious beliefs, under a broader umbrella of parapsychological investigation. The magazine champions the work of dedicated researchers, even when their findings are controversial or difficult to explain.

Title: BÚSQUEDA
Issue: Nº 44
Date: Marzo 1992
Type: Magazine

This issue of BÚSQUEDA, a Spanish-language magazine focused on ufology, parapsychology, and esoteric topics, presents a diverse range of articles and reader contributions.

"SECTARISMO OVNI: CLAUDE VORILHON Y EL MOVIMIENTO RAELIANO"

This article by J.C. Menéndez details the origins and beliefs of the Raelian movement, founded by Claude Vorilhon (who adopted the name Rael).

• Origin: Vorilhon, a sports commentator, claims to have met an extraterrestrial at the Puy de la Vache volcano in France on December 13, 1973.
• Extraterrestrial Description: The being was 1.20m tall, with a black beard, Asian features, and a green plastic suit. He spoke perfect French and identified himself as an extraterrestrial.
• Message: Vorilhon was chosen because he was born in 1945, the year of the atomic bomb, and was the son of a Jewish father and Catholic mother. The extraterrestrial revealed that their planet is one light-year away and that humans are synthetic beings sent to Earth thousands of years ago by creators called Elohims, who consider themselves our parents and wish to help us become wiser.
• Mission: Rael was tasked with spreading this 'good news' globally and raising funds for an embassy to house the extraterrestrials upon their return.
• Movement Formation: Rael founded the association MADECH (Movement for the Welcome of the Extraterrestrial Creators of Humanity), also known as the Raelian Movement.
• Book: Rael wrote "Los extraterrestres me llevaron a su planeta" (The Extraterrestrials Took Me to Their Planet), detailing his story and cosmogonic data about our history and relationship with the Elohims.
• Symbolism: Rael wears a swastika within a Star of David, a symbol described as strange and potentially genocidal.
• Growth and Doctrine: The movement gained followers and funds, presenting itself as a source of answers during a time of questioning. Their doctrine advocates for the suppression of elections and armies, promoting a utopian concept of 'synarchy' worldwide.

"LA VIDA EN ROSA" by La Dama en Verde

This is a personal and somewhat critical letter addressed to a "correligionaria" (fellow believer), offering sharp commentary on their beliefs and experiences.

• Critique of 'Mental Facet': The author questions the idea that UFO experiences are purely mental, asserting that they and the recipient had already conceived of the UFO concept before incarnating.
• Accusation of 'Vidente' (Seer): The author defends 'Manolo' for stating the truth about the recipient being a seer, humorously suggesting that her glasses are the issue, not Manolo's perception.
• Consciousness and Responsibility: The author distinguishes between waking up and 'awakening consciousness,' attributing the latter to those who are grounded and aware. They question whether 'Anselmo' will ever learn to tie his shoelaces or help with breakfast without being served.
• Self-Creation and Responsibility: The author states that if the recipient is a normal person, they are the 'emperor of communist China,' implying the recipient avoids the responsibility of creating their own existence.
• Humorous Accusations: The author playfully warns the recipient not to make them speak, fearing a playful 'beating' from their 'eight-fingered hands.'
• Occultism and Esotericism: The author describes a visit to an esoteric group, finding their 'occultism' to be laziness and a focus on personal aggrandizement.
• UFO Plans and Communication: The author refers to 'superior plans' and flying above clouds that never obscure the sun. They also mention programming smoke signals and the expectation of being picked up by a UFO, with the author also scheduled for pickup.

"¿VALORAS TUS TESOROS ?" by José Gómez Muñoz

This article is a spiritual and philosophical reflection on self-worth, divine gifts, and personal responsibility.

• Spiritual Journey: The author addresses the reader as a 'brother walker' on a path to 'LIGHT,' warning of traps and the need for wisdom to avoid suffering.
• Spiritual vs. Material Self: The spiritual self seeks 'LIGHT,' while the material self uses tricks to prevent elevation, though the spiritual self will ultimately win.
• Divine Gifts: The author emphasizes that humans are divinely protected and valuable to God, possessing powers of thought, reason, planning, imagination, and aid.
• The Importance of Love: The text quotes the biblical injunction to love God above all and one's neighbor as oneself.
• Humanity's Rejection of Wisdom: Despite God sending philosophers and sages, humanity has often rejected, humiliated, persecuted, and killed them.
• Personal Responsibility for Problems: The author challenges the reader to identify any unjust problems, suggesting that if none exist, then all problems are self-created.
• Abundance of Resources: The author lists the natural resources available to humans: sun, water, air, earth, nature, and the body's own capabilities (eyes, ears, voice, muscles, skin, taste, lungs, heart, blood cells, brain cells).
• Self-Inflicted Suffering: The author posits that humans create their own prisons and chains, comparing this to playing a game of self-inflicted suffering.
• The Choice: The reader is urged to choose between laughter or tears, freedom or prison, creation or destruction, joy or sadness, praise or criticism, positive or negative habits.
• Free Will and Consequences: The author stresses that while choice is free, the harvest is obligatory, and one reaps what one sows.

"SECTARISMO OVNI: CLAUDE VORILHON Y EL MOVIMIENTO RAELIANO" (Continued)

This section continues the article on the Raelian movement, providing more details.

• Embassy Location: The Raelian movement's chosen location for the Elohim embassy is Jerusalem, raising questions about its significance.
• Comparison to Billy Meier: The article notes that Switzerland, home to Billy Meier's Semjase Silver Star Center, also hosts the Raelian movement's headquarters, suggesting a connection or parallel.
• Challenges: The author acknowledges that establishing the embassy in Jerusalem will be a difficult task, especially in light of the global situation and the recent peace conference in Madrid.

CONSULTORIO SEMI-UFOLOGICO (Semi-Ufological Consultation)

This section features reader questions and the editor's responses.

• Question 1 (J.L.U.): A mother is concerned because her son is called "EL EXTRATERRESTRE" (The Extraterrestrial) at university. The editor humorously suggests reasons for this nickname, including his disinterest in typical activities, his 'enormous head,' and his tendency to 'levitate' while in class.
• Question 2 (Mª de la Luz Aura Blanca): A reader wants to open an 'esoteric' dry cleaner to 'clean karmas, auras, and old concepts,' naming it "TINTORERÍA KAMASUTRA." The editor advises against the name, noting that 'kamasutra' has nothing to do with cleaning, but suggests that 'cleaning sects and groups' could be profitable, alluding to 'brainwashing.'
• Question 3 (Pere Roca i Roca): A reader asks about 'Evaculin-333' pills brought by a friend from Ganymede, which are reportedly causing a sensation. The editor explains that these pills, obtained from a 'mother ship,' are a preparation that recycles bodily waste, eliminating the need for a toilet and converting it into sugar, calcium, and vitamins as needed. The friend is reportedly making a fortune selling them.

"Introducción a la Parapsicología" (Introduction to Parapsychology)

This article begins an exploration of parapsychology, focusing on sensory phenomena.

• Subtle Senses: The author suggests humans possess more subtle senses than commonly believed, and that these senses are responsible for many situations we experience.
• Sense of Sound (Sonar): Animals like bats use sonar. In humans, this sense develops when vision is lost, particularly in the congenitally blind, who can sense obstacles.
• Sense of Orientation: This sense is well-developed in migratory animals like swallows, salmon, and carrier pigeons. Cats are considered champions in this regard. An experiment by H. Precht and Elke Lindenlaub showed cats could navigate a labyrinth to find their way home.
• Dr. J.B. Rhine's Research: The article mentions Dr. J.B. Rhine, a pioneer in parapsychology from Duke University.
• Case 1 (Hugo Perkins): A lost carrier pigeon found by Perkins later returned to him when he was hospitalized 170 km away.
• Case 2 (Sugar the Cat): A cat named Sugar traveled 2,300 km from Oklahoma to find its owners after they moved.
• Human Orientation: The sense of orientation is highly developed in primitive peoples like Native Americans and Eskimos, who can navigate without fixed reference points.
• Classification of Phenomena: Parapsychological phenomena are classified into sensory and extrasensory categories. This article focuses on sensory phenomena, whose possessors are called 'sensitives.'
• Sensory Subdivisions: These include Hyperesthesia, Xenoglosia, and Radiesthesia. The article begins by analyzing Hyperesthesia.

"Introducción a la Parapsicología" (Continued)

This section continues the discussion on parapsychology, focusing on hyperesthesia and animal senses.

• Hyperesthesia: Defined as an acuity of the senses, meaning a supersensitivity to phenomena. Someone with exceptionally sharp vision is considered hyperesthetic.
• Animal Hyperesthesia: Animals often have more developed senses than humans. They can orient themselves over long distances, sense earthquakes and disasters, and perceive electrical and magnetic fields.
• Animal Precognition Examples:
• Krakatoa Eruption (1883): Animals panicked and fled before the volcanic eruption.
• Snow Avalanche (1939): Saint Bernard dogs refused to go for their walk, later saving people from an avalanche.
• Dutch Flood (1961): Rats, rabbits, and other animals abandoned areas before a major flood.
• Future Articles: The magazine promises more examples of animals sensing danger and cases of humans with similar faculties in future issues.

"CONVERSANDO" (Conversing)

This section features a dialogue between two individuals discussing a recent conference and the nature of spiritual contact.

• Florencio's Conference: One person (let's call her A) is eager to tell the other (B) about something Florencio told her, but B is engrossed in reading Búsqueda.
• The Conference Topic: Florencio attended a conference where the speaker, a spiritist, claimed to have had an experience of 'UNION WITH THE ALL.'
• Skepticism about Contact: B expresses skepticism about the speaker's claim, questioning how one can be sure of the entity's identity or intentions. B believes that if a person has truly achieved inner wisdom, they don't need to convince others.
• The Danger of Spiritual Pride: B warns that falling for such claims can lead to spiritual pride, where one believes they are 'chosen' or special, making them vulnerable to manipulation by 'bad' entities disguised as benevolent ones.
• Discrimination and Fanaticism: B argues that people who accept such messages without critical analysis risk being led astray, potentially becoming fanatical adherents to a cause, comparing them to Ayatollah Khomeini.
• The Speaker's Credibility: B is unsure about the speaker's specific case but notes that the tendency to believe uncritically is dangerous.

"COMERSANDO..." (Continuing...)

This section continues the conversation from the previous page and includes a review of a magazine.

• Florencio's Fanaticism: The conversation continues with B accusing Florencio of fanaticism, stating he needs to convince others of his 'truth.'
• Magazine Review: ESOTERA (Integral presenta)
• Event: A presentation for the magazine ESOTERA was held on February 3rd in Girona.
• Speakers: Juli Peradejordi, Andrea Faber kaiser, and Andrés Malby were present.
• Malby's Behavior: André Malby, described as a 'heckler' and 'rude,' allegedly insulted the attendees during his presentation, causing some to leave.
• Magazine Details: ESOTERA is a quarterly magazine priced at 425 Ptas.
• Content of First Issue: Includes an interview with Carlos Castaneda, articles on Egyptian mysteries, the game of 'Lilah,' love, Khalil Gibran, magic and nature in the Sonora market, and crystal energy.
• Popularity: The magazine is reportedly selling well.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores themes of ufology, extraterrestrial contact, spirituality, and parapsychology. There's a critical yet open stance towards these subjects, often questioning claims while acknowledging the existence of unexplained phenomena. The editorial tone encourages critical thinking and personal responsibility, particularly in the spiritual and esoteric realms. The magazine also features reader interactions and reviews of related publications, fostering a sense of community among its readership.