I am not a satanist, nor have I ever been one. The topic interests me quite a bit though, as I think there is a bit of interest in everyone on the subject. I think in the bible it says somewhere how demons and such will spark a natural interest in you, but be careful when learning about them (I may be totally wrong on that assumption, Ive just heard it's in there somewhere)
Anyways, I was recently in a debate about satanism, so I looked it up and read a little bit about it in order to learn what I was up against. In my opinion, this "religion" is so absurd and ridiculous for several reasons. Ill map these out for you and my reference is churchofsatan.com
1. Satanists claim that they do not follow Satan. Their religion has nothing at all to do with Satan as it's used in Christianity. The "church" was founded in 1966 by Dr. LaVey. He is their so-called messiah who brought forth this new way of life. I'm not too sure why they chose to call themselves "Satanists" though. Only thing that comes to my mind is because they wanted to be seen as "rebels" and what better way to appear as a "rebel" than use the key figure a vast majority of people despise.
2. They are about self advancement at any cost. They are to care for nothing, including other people, besides themselves..
They have several philosophies and views theyre to follow, but I've found many of these to be so horribly flawed that I'd be completely embarassed to ever say I'm a follower of them..
From the 'Nine Satanic Statements'
#8 Satan represents all of the so-called sins, as they all lead to physical, mental, or emotional gratification!
Ok, so that is all good... but then while viewing their "Eleven Satanic Rules of Earth" I found:
"5. Do not make sexual advances unless you are given the mating signal. "
These both contradict eachother. Rape is indeed a sin, as described in #8 of the "nine statements." It certainly is an act that does not recieve a mating signal. In one they tell you your role model is "sin" itself because it leads to self-gratification in all aspects, while the other tells you not to "sin."
Contradiction.
moving on..
#9 Do not harm little children.
Harming kids is definitely a "Sin." If "Sin" leads to gratification then one should be allowed to harm kids.
( Another side note " 11 of "Eleven Satanic Rules of Earth:" When walking in open territory, bother no one. If someone bothers you, ask him to stop. If he does not stop, destroy him.") suppose a child committed that offense, then what?
Contradiction.
#10 Do not kill non-human animals unless you are attacked or for your food.
Again, that is clearly a Sin. Why is this one worse than others, especially if I feel I wont be satisfied unless I can freely indulge in my 'animal killing fetish'
Contradiction.
#6 Do not take that which does not belong to you unless it is a burden to the other person and he cries out to be relieved.
Stealing. I am good at being sneaky, and love the challenge of being a good thief. It's a sin as well. Why can I not do that if I'm a Satanist?
Contradiction.
It all just seems so weird to me as to why someone would take this up "seriously" as a "religion." I think that everyone has that "I want to be the best" feeling inside of them. It's human nature. I don't think "Satanism" is the answer to that though. "Satanism" is much more like a cop-out route to take. It seems like the whole wave of "It's cool to be opposed to christianity and anything that has mass support" was looking for some way to strike back and failed miserably by creating this. You don't have to shun people to be an "Elitest." You dont have to reject being nice, moral, intelligent, respectable, and generous to be an "Elitest." Christianity does have some bad historical moments, and does have some bad figures/ representatives. That doesn't mean the religion itself is bad. Just because it has a reputation of "You have to always be smiling, friendly, and 'goody-goody'" doesn't mean you cant question it, have some personal insight, and contribute youre own thoughts to the whole. You certainly can be a "Christian Elitest."
