@AronRa Satanic Atheist Destroyed By Brett Keane
What is Theistic Satanism and Devil Worship?
Theistic Satanism, also known as religious Satanism, spiritual Satanism, or traditional Satanism, is an umbrella term for religious groups that consider Satan, the Devil, or Lucifer to objectively exist as a deity, supernatural entity, or spiritual being worthy of worship or reverence1. Theistic Satanists may contact and convene with Satan or other adversarial gods from various religions, such as Ahriman or Enki12. Theistic Satanism is different from LaVeyan Satanism, which views Satan as a symbol of individualism and not a literal being1.
Devil worship is a term that is often used by Christians to accuse or denounce groups or individuals who are perceived to be enemies of Christianity or God. It implies that these groups or individuals are deliberately and knowingly worshipping the evil force that opposes God in the Abrahamic religions3. However, devil worship is not a self-identity or an accurate description of most theistic Satanists, who may have different conceptions of Satan than the Christian one14.
Why do Theistic Satanists and Devil Worshippers do what they do?
The reasons and motivations for theistic Satanists and devil worshippers may vary widely depending on their personal beliefs and experiences. Some common themes that may attract them to this path are:
- A sense of rebellion against the dominant religious or social norms
- A desire for personal empowerment, freedom, or knowledge
- A fascination with the occult, magic, or the dark side of existence
- A feeling of affinity, love, or gratitude for Satan or other adversarial deities
- A rejection of the Christian concept of God, morality, or salvation
- A quest for spiritual enlightenment, transcendence, or transformation
How do Theistic Satanists and Devil Worshippers practice their religion?
Theistic Satanists and devil worshippers may practice their religion in various ways depending on their preferences and traditions. Some common practices that may be involved are:
- Performing rituals, ceremonies, or invocations to honor, communicate with, or request favors from Satan or other adversarial deities
- Studying and applying various types of magic, such as black magic, ceremonial magic, Crowleyan magick, Western esotericism, and occult traditions
- Adopting symbols, sigils, or icons that represent Satanism, such as the inverted pentagram, the Baphomet, or the sigil of Lucifer
- Reading and following texts, scriptures, or teachings that inspire or guide them in their path, such as The Satanic Bible by Anton LaVey , The Book of the Law by Aleister Crowley , The Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie , or The Satanic Witch by Anton LaVey
- Joining or forming groups, organizations, or communities that share their beliefs and values, such as the Church of Satan , The Temple of Set , The Order of Nine Angles , The Satanic Temple , or The Church of Lucifer