Satanism Controversies and Misconceptions
Satanists have self-consciously adopted a term for themselves with deeply negative connotations. There are, however, important differences between the common stereotypes and actual practices. Conversely, Satanists do tend to revel in ideas that make others uncomfortable.
What is the Satanic Panic?
The Satanic Panic was a time period roughly covering the 1980s when many people became growingly concerned about Satanic conspiracies spreading throughout the United States. People were particularly fearful that Satanists were targeting children both physically and psychologically, and they warned that unwary souls might fall under the sway of Satanic influences if they did not remain vigilant.
The Satanic Panic was a time period roughly covering the 1980s when many people became growingly concerned about Satanic conspiracies spreading throughout the United States. People were particularly fearful that Satanists were targeting children both physically and psychologically, and they warned that unwary souls might fall under the sway of Satanic influences if they did not remain vigilant.
How Prevalent is Satanic Ritual Abuse?
Satanic Ritual Abuse, or SRA, is essentially a myth. While self-styled Satanists occasionally commit brutal crimes, these are the result of disturbed individuals whose beliefs often have little in common with mainline Satanists.
Satanic Ritual Abuse, or SRA, is essentially a myth. While self-styled Satanists occasionally commit brutal crimes, these are the result of disturbed individuals whose beliefs often have little in common with mainline Satanists.
How Can Satanists Have Rules if They Encourage Self-Indulgence?
LaVeyan Satanism offers an interesting comparison between its philosophy of not being confined by rules, dogmas and taboos, yet simultaneously offering it's own rules and encouraging lawful behavior.
LaVeyan Satanism offers an interesting comparison between its philosophy of not being confined by rules, dogmas and taboos, yet simultaneously offering it's own rules and encouraging lawful behavior.
Is LaVeyan Satanism a Cult?
All forms of Satanism are commonly labeled as cultish by those unfamiliar with specific practices and teachings, thanks to rumor, folklore, and a hefty collection of B-movies. Using these guidelines for determining a dangerous cult, let's see how LaVeyan Satanism actual…
All forms of Satanism are commonly labeled as cultish by those unfamiliar with specific practices and teachings, thanks to rumor, folklore, and a hefty collection of B-movies. Using these guidelines for determining a dangerous cult, let's see how LaVeyan Satanism actual…
The Hard Facts About Satanic Ritual Abuse
In the 1980s, many people came forward claiming to be victims of Satanic Ritual Abuse (SRA) and their supposed attackers faced intense social and legal scrutiny. Investigations into the allegations, however, determined that SRA was largely a fabrication, most often coming to light only at the urging of of people in positions of power.
In the 1980s, many people came forward claiming to be victims of Satanic Ritual Abuse (SRA) and their supposed attackers faced intense social and legal scrutiny. Investigations into the allegations, however, determined that SRA was largely a fabrication, most often coming to light only at the urging of of people in positions of power.
Satanic Ritual Abuse - A 1992 FBI report
An in-depth report on the non-reality of Satanic Ritual Abuse (SRA) after thorough investigation by the FBI. Discussion includes groups commonly (and erroneously) accused of being Satanic as well as actual criminal activity falsely associated with Satanism.
An in-depth report on the non-reality of Satanic Ritual Abuse (SRA) after thorough investigation by the FBI. Discussion includes groups commonly (and erroneously) accused of being Satanic as well as actual criminal activity falsely associated with Satanism.
The Holidays Satanists Do Not Celebrate
A list of days claimed by Christians to be Satanic holidays, most of which have no connection with actual Satanic practice.
A list of days claimed by Christians to be Satanic holidays, most of which have no connection with actual Satanic practice.
There Is Only One Form of Satanism - From the Church of Satan
While many groups and organizations today claim to be "Satanic", only the philosophy practiced by the members of the Church of Satan and those who adhere to The Satanic Bible can rightfully be called Satanists. All others are merely variations of Christian Heretics and devil worshipers.
While many groups and organizations today claim to be "Satanic", only the philosophy practiced by the members of the Church of Satan and those who adhere to The Satanic Bible can rightfully be called Satanists. All others are merely variations of Christian Heretics and devil worshipers.