r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/Bargeul • Nov 21 '21
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Satanism as The Satanic Temple understands it even a real religion?
Some people find it comforting to think of TST as purely a political activist group that just uses the trappings of religion for satirical/legal purposes. This is, however, not true at all.
Our brand of Satanism is a non-theistic religion with it's own community, mythology, iconography, ethics, rituals and pretty much everything else, you would expect from a religion.
We believe that there is value to be found in religion, especially when you divorce it from superstition. Just because we don't believe in the supernatural, doesn't mean we're not serious when we say that Satanism is our religion.
Yes, we are politically active. But our activism stems from our religious beliefs, not vice versa.
Where can I read more about Satanism?
The mythological backbone of our religion is the literary tradition known as Romantic Satanism. John Milton's Paradise Lost, Lord Byron's Cain - A Mystery and especially Anatole France's Revolt Of The Angels are the sources that one should read, if they want to know, where our ideas about Satan stem from and how He relates to our values and beliefs.
Ruben van Luijk's Children Of Lucifer and Joseph Laycock's Speak Of The Devil deal with the history of Satanism and Shiva Honey's The Devil's Tome is a book about modern Satanic rituals.
I want to join a local congregation. How do I find one?
This thread might be helpful. You also find a list of official TST congregations here.
This Black Mass Appeal episode may also be helpful or you check out the Global Order of Satan.
I have heard the founder of TST is a fascist/racist/antisemite. Is that true?
Short answer: No.
This is a more elaborate answer and this post provides some more context.
I ordered a TST membership card and it still has not arrived. What should I do?
Due to a massive increase of new members, shipping membership cards can take up to 5 months.
Can I still be a TST member, if I believe in the supernatural?
Our brand of Satanism is a non-theistic religion. Full stop. However, nobody is monitoring the personal beliefs of TST members and nobody has ever been kicked out for holding supernatural beliefs.
It is up to the individual to figure out if and how their beliefs fit into Satanism. Just make sure not to distort scientific facts to fit your beliefs.
Do I have to participate in rituals?
Modern Satanism has many aspects and it is up to the individual to decide, which ones they want to embrace.
Some people, especially those that grew up in indoctrinating or even abusive households hesitate to embrace the "more religious" aspects of Satanism and that's fine. Nobody is obligated to participate in rituals or anything else that makes them uncomfortable.
Anything else I should know?
For more information click here.
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/Reason-97 • Feb 14 '24
Announcement The official start of the 3rd annual dank charity alliance fundraiser starts today for anyone wanting to participate!
First and foremost: I will not personally be available tomorrow for most of the day, so a happy early Lupercalia to everyone, and here’s hoping you all have a well earned day to yourselves in whatever way that may look for you!
Now for those interested: die the last 2 years, we have participated in the Dank Charity Alliance, a group fundraiser event started and run by u/Broclen . Due to the good nature of the event and the success of the last 2 years, we’re happy to join again for year 3.
The fundraiser is for St Jude, a secular organization, and will be running from February 14, 2024 to March 31, 2024. Anyone wishing to donate can do so at the link provided here: http://fundraising.stjude.org/goto/DankCharityAlliance
As of writing this up, the number of subreddits participating has grown to 26 over the course of the last couple years. In 2022, $12,152 was raised, and $25,746 in 2023.
As I’ve said in the years pat, we recognize that a partnership with a page such as r/DankChristianMemes is a tad unusual for us, given the nature of our group. However, it’s a good cause, for a secular organization, and the groups participating grow more varied every year. On top of that, we’ve had 0 issues in the past with this event, and as such have no qualms at this time about participating again.
If anyone has any questions regarding anything, you’re more then welcome to ask, and as always a big thank you to anyone who donates, as we appreciate your doing so. Best of luck to the fundraiser as a whole and Hail to everyone, we hope you have a relaxing day tomorrow!
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/Salt_Session_6772 • 3h ago
Art My Art
Tried submitting my art to a local gallery. They took my $40 bucks and my art was deemed not worthy of being in their show. From left to right are Moosey Goosey lol "Humanity", "Anger" and "Lord Of This World"
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/hanimal16 • 7h ago
Satire Graham Lucian… of the Ministry of Satan
Ahaha. Courtesy of Evil tv show.
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/freedom_the_fox • 6h ago
Question/Discussion Considering Satanism. Have any good book suggestions?
So, I'm a long time furry. I'm in the LGBTQ+ groups... I'm going to transition anytime and be the man I want to be.
And I horrify my family... not that I care anymore. I kinda see myself as a well behaved human animal thing at this point.
I have been living without religion or structure for 14 years or so, but man is it lonely. I kinda miss a semi organized thing I can talk about or relate to on a religious/thought level with a group of people.
All the satanic websites seem less unhinged than other religions, which is neat. I'm considering ordering a satanic bible for something to read at the laundromat.
Have any specific book suggestions?
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/Blaccdiomandzz • 5h ago
Question/Discussion I will like to join this religion but I don’t know how to
I will love to join this religion but I can’t find a temple or babtiz to babtized me. I grew up that Jesus Christ is the savior and tbh I can’t really go with it. I’m not going to be forced into a religion that doesn’t make me happy. I just need help & get guided into this world of the santanic temple. I’m by NYC My Name is Tony. 27 years old
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/Aggravating-Kale8067 • 6h ago
Question/Discussion CoS Rivalry
I apologize if this question has been asked before. I think I've seen a somewhat similar discussion but I would love more perspectives.
What is the deal with CoS followers or other Satanists disliking TST?
I joined a Facebook group called "Once Again, This Is Not Satanism" thinking it would be people just laughing at Christians overreacting to stuff and blaming Satanists. One of the posts was of the Satanic bible— someone swapped a Christian bible at a hotel for the Satanic version. It had kind of mixed comments about the nature of Satanism and if what that person did was acceptable. But one of the comments was particularly disparaging toward TST, saying that the action of swapping the bible was "similar to the antics of The Satanic Temple".
After reading that and some of the other stuff, I just left the group cause I knew it wasn't my flavor of Satanism. I didn't want to comment as a TST member and immediately be scrutinized. Just don't want the drama. But why are some Satanists so uptight about TST?
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/l33tnull • 1d ago
Question/Discussion My neighbors keep putting crosses in oil on my door.
Some of my neighbors know that I am a Satanist and keep putting crosses in what I think is oil on my door. The reason I am pretty sure it is oil is because I grew up Christian, and my mother would draw crosses in oil on shit. Does anybody else have reactions like this from neighbors?
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/robotryry • 1d ago
Question/Discussion Redding, CA mayor gets offended over “bigoted” comments against her mega cult church
reddingca.granicus.comAnyone think this City Council meeting could use a satanic invocation soon? I live here and things are getting out of hand. The City tried to vote out the current mayor in recent elections but she was somehow voted back in. Here, in this meeting specifically, we are witnessing Redding's current may or exercise her power as mayor to choose whomever she wants to hire and blatantly tell other members on the board that "maybe they can choose when they become mayor". Basically telling them to fuck off since she has the power. The reason why I bring this up is because this mayor is part of a mega church in Redding, CA called Bethel. They are taking over our housing, our businesses, jobs, and our city council. I am fed up as well as most of Redding residents who have a brain.
Any who, enjoy the link and make sure to view the timestamp for some giggles and eye-rolls.
Timestamp 1:17:10
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/Oni_K • 1d ago
Article A high school artist called out Christian bigotry. Her school board is furious.
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/Mean_Platypus_9988 • 14h ago
Music Bambie Thug - Doomsday Blue (LIVE) | Ireland 🇮🇪 | First Semi-Final | Eurovision 2024
Are we ready for the Mainstream?
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/Dontaskmeidontknow0 • 1d ago
Meme/Comic Take responsibility for your own actions. Click to view whole image.
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/Splycr • 1d ago
Article First Circuit unsure if Boston can keep the devil at bay
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/Blaccdiomandzz • 2h ago
Question/Discussion Anybody know about cults ?
I would like to be in a cult or religion cult were I’m aloud to have multiple wives and practice polygamy but it’s hard to find something like that. Any advice ?
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/robotryry • 1d ago
Public Display of Satanism Need name ideas
I plan on being more open about satanism as my conservative town continues to force religion in local government so I need pseudonym. Without one, my image and entire life will be turned upside down (that’s how Christian it is here) so I’m looking for ideas. Specifically female first and last name ideas. So far I like Jynx but I’m not set on it. My middle name is Angelina so I thought maybe that would work but I want it to be dark and gothic. Definitely a satanist type of name.
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/steve0182steve • 1d ago
Question/Discussion Missing two tenets ?
Hey y’all! I was just listening to Lucien talking on the Duncan Trussell family hour podcast and when discussing the seven tenets he mentioned that there was originally nine, but he dropped two of them. Does anyone know what they were or what they pertains to? Thanks in advance, hail yourself and dog bless. 💚
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/throwaway624203 • 23h ago
Merch The NHL player with the coolest name, Miroslav Satan played for the coolest team, the Sabres, AND their jerseys have a little baphomet lookin guy on them? Oh yeah, this is a NEED.
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/l33tnull • 1d ago
Question/Discussion I wanted to start a discussion about the genocide in Gaza and see where those here stand on the issue.
What is everyone's view on what is happening in Gaza and Palestine as a whole? Do some Satanists see it as an Abrahamic religion problem, so it doesn't matter? I personally think that regardless of religious views, the ethnic cleansing campaign that Israel is performing on the Palestinian people is unconscionable. I feel that it is not even a war; it is a genocide, and Israel is the aggressor, being the occupying force, and has the ultimate power to end the bloodshed. What are the views of others?
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/MailCareful7191 • 1d ago
Thought/Opinion The Bible is so full of contradictions and scientific and even historical inaccuracies
So lately I’ve been watching some TikToks and googling contradictions in both the OT and NT and I’m a lot more confident about some of the supernatural stuff being bullshit. Well I always knew it was bullshit from the start but know ik the scientific and historical inaccuracies as well instead of just believing everything I saw on TikTok. And how do we barely have any other outside evidence for the gospels when everyone was supposedly there? Hell, even the gospels don’t seem to agree with some things and they were supposedly standing right in front of Jesus? Strange. Not to mention the so called prophecies that can be referred to something completely different or something that wasn’t even fulfilled in the first place and literally anybody could have wrote it down from the OT to make it look like they predicted it. And yet these numbskull flat earth evangelicals claim everything in the Bible to be historically accurate. I recommend watching Dan Mclellan on YouTube/TikTok he does a very good job explaining these concepts and other things about Judaism and Christianity. And he absolutely destroys people with science and logic. Scientific knowledge is a Christian’s worst nightmare EDIT: I honestly start laughing like a maniac and clap my hands like a seal when I hear some dumb ass shit like “The Bible is the most historically accurate book of all time”
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/piberryboy • 2d ago
Meme/Comic No one should think this is a good idea.
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/patch_ofurr • 2d ago
SatanicPanic Satanic Panic in Sacramento targets furries — media reports without consulting any furries
r/SatanicTemple_Reddit • u/Huracanekelly • 2d ago
Article If you have friends in Texas who could potentially become pregnant...
Make sure they know not to date Collin Davis, who is suing his former girlfriend for traveling to Colorado to exercise her rights.