Called "The Black Pope" by many of his followers, Anton LaVey began the road to High Priesthood of the Church of Satan when he was only 16 years old and an organ player in a carnival: "On Saturday night I would see men lusting after half-naked girls dancing at the carnival, and on Sunday morning when I was playing the organ for tent-show evangelists at the other end of the carnival lot, I would see these same men sitting in the pews with their wives and children, asking God to forgive them and purge them of carnal desires. And the next Saturday night they'd be back at the carnival or some other place of indulgence. "I knew then that the Christian Church thrives on hypocrisy, and that man's carnal nature will out!" From that time early in his life his path was clear. Finally, on the last night of April, 1966- Walpurgisnacht, the most important festival of the believers in witchcraft-LaVey shaved his head in the tradition of ancient executioners and announced the for

A quick list of the nine satanic sins :)

Read the book before you judge out of mere fear instilled in you by other religions or your (own) This is a brief history of satanism that covers a lot of question about the religion. All are welcome and free to read this book. I TAKE NO CREDIT FOR THIS WORK ALL HAS BEEN GATHERED FROM THE INTERNET.

This book is showing the main page of the site Joy Of Satan and some other pages as well to explain further in one book introducing you to spiritual satanism in really what it is.

The Holy writings of the Thestic, Traditional, and Spiritual Satanist people, particularly those who align with Joy Of Satan Ministries.

There is missing areas, Yes I know. If you want to see pictures and links, I highly suggest you go to http://www.churchofsatan.com They have everything you need. The clear up theories and such by others, Like, Satanists are a type of Atheists, Not followers of Satan. Thinking Satanism is edgy is predictable with all the stereotypes, But Satanism is a logical belief and I highly suggest reading up on it, No matter what religion you are. It is better to live in a full perspective of the world than in a one eyed view set by others.

This book is a comprehensive guide to my mind - the mind of an outspoken atheist. Inside, you will find a variety of chapters discussing various topics relating to either religion or atheism. This is an informative guide to my beliefs as an atheist, covering a wide and controversial range of topics. As well as being informative, it is also a debate book. Feel free to state your opinions and engage in intellectual debates with any fellow commenters as well as myself. I always accept PMs regarding religious debate topics.