Orby: Ghosts in Photographs or Just Dust?

 The phenomenon of orbs, which often appear in photographs as luminous balls, has been controversial for years. Some see it as evidence of the existence of ghosts, while others see it as the result of technical limitations of cameras. Although most scientists believe that an orb is simply a speck of dust, a drop of water, or an insect reflecting the light of a flash, there are many who see this phenomenon as evidence of the existence of supernatural beings. So what are the facts and what are the myths associated with orbs?

Starting with the basics, an orb is a spherical photographic artifact that is created mainly when light is reflected from particles located close to the camera lens. This phenomenon has intensified with the development of digital technology, where the flash is often placed very close to the lens, which facilitates the creation of such effects in photographs. As a result, most researchers, especially photographers, lean towards a natural explanation for orbs.

Pollen, raindrops, and even insects can be captured as luminous balls that are mistakenly interpreted as something unusual. It has been shown that in many cases, the light from the flash reflects off dust particles in such a way that characteristic round shapes are created in the photos, which is a result of optical physics, not paranormal phenomena.

However, on the other hand, supernatural theories have gained a lot of supporters. Some people claim that orbs are spirits or other spiritual entities that manifest their presence in the form of luminous balls. There are even interpretations that suggest that the colors of the orbs have meaning - a white orb is supposed to symbolize harmony and purity, blue means protection, and green means healing.

Proponents of the paranormal theories believe that orbs can also be spirit guides that appear at important moments in life, such as weddings, funerals, or other emotionally intense situations. There are also accounts of people who claim to have seen orbs with their own eyes, not just in photos, which further complicates the debate. In such cases, orbs often accompany intense spiritual experiences, leading some to believe that they are manifestations of angelic or spiritual energy. Although paranormal interpretations of orbs are very popular, they are hardly proof of the existence of ghosts. Modern science has not yet provided hard evidence that could unequivocally confirm the paranormal nature of orbs. Many skeptics emphasize that the human brain is prone to looking for patterns where there are none, which often leads to misinterpretations of phenomena such as orbs. This phenomenon, known in psychology as "pareidolia," involves attributing meanings to images that do not actually exist, such as seeing faces in the clouds. Although many researchers lean toward a scientific explanation for the phenomenon of orbs, the subject remains open. Optical phenomena such as orbs can be both the result of technical limitations of cameras or the manifestation of something that science has not yet been able to explain. However, until concrete evidence emerges that will unequivocally resolve the dispute, orbs will remain one of the most intriguing phenomena on the border between science and esotericism.