Exploring The Intricacies Of Satanist Beliefs And Practices
Embarking on an exploration of the world’s most captivating belief systems, we begin with a delve into the shadowy realm of Satanism. This enigmatic faith emerged in the public eye with the founding of the Church of Satan in 1966, marking the dawn of its controversial presence. At its core, Satanism is often misunderstood; its adherents don’t simply worship the figure of Satan but rather embrace him as a symbol of individualism, skepticism, atheism, and unfettered free will.
Throughout its history, Satanism has been marked by various episodes that have brought it into the spotlight. For instance, between 1998 and 2004, a group self-dubbed the “Beasts of Satan” carried out a string of chilling murders in Italy, casting a dark shadow over the religion’s image. Meanwhile, dating back to the 1960s, the “Order of Nine Angles” earned notoriety for their extreme beliefs, which alarmingly included the advocacy of human sacrifice..