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:''For other uses of the word, see ].'' |
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'''Satanism''' can refer to a number of belief systems depending on the user and context. Common misuse of the word generally refers to the worship of ] as described in the ] or the practice of ]. |
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<ref></ref> However, by the actual adherents, the suffix ] is often used suggesting the definition as an act or practice, as opposed to the oft-assumed definition as the doctrine or philosophy ''behind'' an act or practice.<ref name = "Flowers-1997">{{cite book |
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| title = Lords of the Left-hand Path |
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| publisher = ] |
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| year = 1997 |
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| isbn = 1-885972-08-3}}</ref> |
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Generally, the word "Satanism" is used by scholars to describe several distinct spiritual practices and beliefs; the two most significant seem to be ] and ]. Ideas about Satanism range from essentially these two sources.<ref name = "Flowers-1997"/> It is often the practice of any given Satanist not to refer to themselves with a hyphenated prefix. Each "type" of Satanist will usually only refer to themselves as Satanists. |
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==LaVeyan Satanism== |
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In ] the Satanist plays the role of the adversary to spiritual creeds, espousing ], ], ], ] philosophy and ]. The term ''LaVeyan Satanist'' is used by others to refer to supporters of the writings of ] founder ] and successors such as ].<ref></ref> Careful use of the word Satanism, according to one website, refers to a "small religious group that is unrelated to any other faith, and whose members feel free to satisfy their urges responsibly, exhibit kindness to their friends, and attack their enemies.<ref></ref> |
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==Theistic Satanism== |
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], also called Spiritual Satanism, contains a very broad scope of religious groups, from Pagans celebrating ] to ]s worshiping ].<ref>“The Devil Worshippers of the Middle East : Their Beliefs & Sacred Books” Holmes Pub Group LLC (December 1993) ISBN-10: 1558182314 ISBN-13: 978-1558182318</ref > Even ] can be considered Theistic Satanism, for ]’s ''Liber SAMEKH'' contains this phrase "Thou Satan-Sun Hadith that goest without will", Hadith being one of the three Egyptian Gods in his "Book of the Law".<ref> “Magick in Theory and Practice” Dover Press, 1973 LCCCN 75-30174</ref> There are many modern groups of Theistic Satanists, but most consider themselves to be Satanists and see no need for the use of the word Theistic. Another group that falls under the definition of Theistic Satanism are "reverse Christians", because they practice what Christians claim Satanists do and worship what Christians consider to be the enemy of Christ and God. |
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Recently developed is an offshoot of Satanism that keeps most of the tenets of Satanism, yet has more leniency to what is commonly referred to as a 'good' morality. These 'Christian Satanists' reject the ideas of magic and rituals, and define themselves as being in the middle of LaVeyan Satanism and Christian teachings. This stance has led to their rejection from the Church of Satan.<ref></ref> |
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==See also== |
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{{Commonscat|Satanism}} |
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{{Wikinews|Satanism: An interview with Church of Satan High Priest Peter Gilmore}} |
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==References== |
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=== Books on the history of Satanism === |
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*{{cite book | author=] | title=]: The Classic Study of Medieval Superstition | year=1862 | id=ISBN 978-0806500591}} Considered the first modern work to discuss Satanism. |
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*{{cite book | author=] | title=The Black Arts: An Absorbing Account of Witchcraft, Demonology, Astrology, and Other Mystical Practices Throughout the Ages | year=1967 | id=ISBN 978-0399500350}} Summary of the history of Witchcraft, Satanism, and Devil Worship in the last part of the book. |
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*{{cite book | author=Zacharias, Gerhard| title=The Satanic Cult | year=1980}} Translated from the 1964 German edition by Christine Trollope <!-- Does this have an ISBN? If not it can't very well be worth noting here. Apparently no ISBN because out of print (perhaps German edition is available). It is, however, one of the classic studies, and deserves mention. --> |
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*{{cite book | author=Medway, Gareth | title=Lure of the Sinister: The Unnatural History of Satanism | year=2001 | id=ISBN 978-0814756454}} |
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