Some groups are mistaken by scholars for theistic Satanists, such as the First Church of Satan. [3] However, the founder of the FCoS, John Allee, considers what he calls "devil-worship" to often be a symptom of psychosis. Other groups such as the 600 Club, [46] are accepting of all types of Satanists, as are the Synagogue of Satan, which aims for the ultimate destruction of religions, paradoxically including itself, and encourages not self-indulgence, but self-expression balanced by social responsibility. [47] Relation to other theologies [ edit ]

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The inverted pentagram, along with the Baphomet, is the most notable and widespread symbol of Satanism. [1] A sigil of Lucifer adapted from the Grimorium Verum In some of the rituals, a naked woman serves as the altar; in these cases it is made explicit that the woman's body itself becomes the altar, rather than have her simply lying on an existing altar. [35] In contrast to longstanding stereotypes about Satanists, there is no place for sexual orgies in LaVeyan ritual. [119] Neither animal nor human sacrifice takes place. [120] Children are banned from attending these rituals, with the only exception being the Satanic Baptism, which is specifically designed to involve infants. [35]Satan represents man as just another animal who, because of his "divine spiritual and intellectual development", has become the most vicious animal of all. Strube, Julian (2017). "The "Baphomet" of Eliphas Lévi: Its Meaning and Historical Context". Correspondences. 4: 37–79.

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Plutarch specifically associates Osiris with the "goat at Mendes". Plutarch. De Iside et Osiride. p.lxxiii. a b de Guaita, Stanislas (30 March 1897). Essais de sciences mandites. Chamuel. p. 387 . Retrieved 31 March 2020– via Internet Archive.

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When walking in open territory, bother no one. If someone bothers you, ask him to stop. If he does not stop, destroy him. [111] [112] LaVey also conceptualised Satan as a symbol of the individual's own vitality, [45] thus representing an autonomous power within, [46] and a representation of personal liberty and individualism. [47] Throughout The Satanic Bible, the LaVeyan Satanist's view of god is described as the Satanist's true "self"—a projection of his or her own personality—not an external deity. [48] In works like The Satanic Bible, LaVey often uses the terms "god" and "Satan" interchangeably, viewing both as personifications of human nature. [49] Stratification – "There can be no more myth of "equality" for all—it only translates to "mediocrity" and supports the weak at the expense of the strong. Water must be allowed to seek its own level without interference from apologists for incompetence. No one should be protected from the effects of his own stupidity." The antiquated meaning of 'glamour' is witchcraft. The most important asset to the modern witch is her ability to be alluring, to utilize glamour. The word 'fascination' has a similarly occult origin. Fascination was the term applied the evil eye. To fix a person's gaze, in other words, fascinate, was to curse them with the evil eye. Therefore, if a woman had the ability to fascinate men, she was regarded as a witch." - Anton LaVey Although LaVey's ideas suggest a secular and scientific world-view, he also expressed a belief in magic. [81] Rather than characterising magic as a supernatural phenomenon, LaVey expressed the view that it was a part of the natural world thus far undiscovered by scientists. [82] Outlined in The Satanic Bible, LaVey defined magic as "the change in situations or events in accordance with one's will, which would, using normally accepted methods, be unchangeable", [83] a definition that reflects the influence of the British occultist Aleister Crowley. [84] Although he never explained exactly how he believed that this magical process worked, [85] LaVey stated that magicians could successfully utilise this magical force through intensely imagining their desired goal and thus directing the force of their own willpower toward it. [86] He emphasised the idea that magical forces could be manipulated through "purely emotional" rather than intellectual acts. [85]In July 2015, YouTube star and singer Poppy depicted the deity in the music video for her single "Lowlife". Poppy can be seen imitating the famous pose of Baphomet.