What does satanism entail?
Freedom, Independence, it opens your eyes and helps you to survive in this crazy world. It’s a good conversation starter.
What type of satanist are you?
Laveyan Satanist
How long have you been a satanist?
5 years
Were you part of a different religion before satanism? If so, how did you make the transition?
I was raised as an evangelical but I never believed it, I only got confirmated because my parents would Give me a laptop as a gift. I endured this nonsense, but in the end I could play Minecraft with my friends. Totally worth it. Soon after that I invested my confirmation money to buy me a satanic Bible and studied it. I was shocked how similar the worldview of Anton Szandor LaVey was to my own.
What was the moment where you officially decided to be satanist?
After my confirmation
How did your family react to your decision?
I showed them my book and they told me that I can believe whatever I want to, they’ll always gonna love me no matter what.
Is satanism a religion or an anti-religion?
Satanism is an Atheistic religion
Does satanism have any connection to the supernatural?
Nope, but to the psychological aspects of humanity.
Is there a physical church or temple that satanists congregate in?
No, your temple is wherever you are.
Do you believe in a literal Satan or what Satan represents?
No.
Do you find that people often think that satanists are devil worshipers?
The most people 🙂 but they are just uninformed and when they dig deeper into it and throw there pride away they begin to understand.
How does one become a satanist?
Satanists aren’t made, they are born. Either you share the same worldview like lavey or you don’t. I do. Therfore I am a Laveyan Satanist.
Are there any rituals you do?
Yeah plenty like shower after work or scrubbing my teeth in the morning and evening. Everything you do on a regular basis is considered a ritual. Even watching TV in the evening can be called a ritual.
Do you find it true that satanism is a cult?
Religion is a cult who survived it’s leader, Laveyan Satanism survived laveys death, therefore is Satanism, through the hard work of lavey an religion, not a cult.
How’s your daily life different from people who are not satanists?
I don’t go to church or attend any services, so I have much more free rime
Why do you think it’s so difficult for some people to understand satanism?
Because they got indoctrinated so much in their cults that they won’t listen to you, no matter what you say
What impact has satanism had on your career, relationships and other aspects of your life?
I got much more self confidence and married my lovely wife.
Do you celebrate any traditional holidays from other religions?
Yes because as a Satanist you can choose what holidays are you celebrate
Is there an aspect of satanism that you find challenging and difficult to adhere to?
Nope
Do you come across any forms of discrimination from people who don’t agree with your religion? How do you deal with it?
I just laugh and walk away, they are not worth the effort of having an argument with them.
How do you interact with christians, and others who openly oppose what you do?
The same as above
How would you describe your taste in music?
I listen to Heavy Metal/Monster Metal /Death Metal like Debauchery /Blutgott /Blood God /Balgeroth and to bands like Motörhead /AC/DC
How do you feel about the Satan/darker elements in heavy metal music?
I like them, very much they are cool
What do you think happens after death?
I get reincarnated in another world full of swords and magic. At least I hope something like that to happen
What do you find is the biggest challenge of being a satanist?
To give a fuck about the opinion of others is a bit hard
What would you like to say to people who are satanists or would like to be?
Ave Saitan! Ave Thyself, stay safe and have a good day!
What would you like to say to people who are not satanists?
Believe what you want, just like I do
What do you think society could be doing to better understand satanism?
Why don’t make satanic Religion Classes.
What would you like people to know about satanism?
We are not evil