Surge in Satanism sparks rise in demand for exorcists, says Catholic Church
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[QUOTE=LunchboxOfDoom;29004034]I'm more of a Ra, God of the Sun, fan.
[img_thumb]http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_uvQvTVOXd3g/TNlqUy-_s2I/AAAAAAAAB0Y/35d8UqEX26Q/s1600/292px-Sun_god_Ra.svg.png[/img_thumb]
"You want to please that glowing gold disk thing in the sky? There's an app for that..."
Seriously, he's got the head of a falcon and carries the Sun Disk around on it. How can you not find that awesome?[/QUOTE]
Also, the sun disk is also a god damn [i]snake.[/i]
'Course Zeus is pretty awesome, too, since he can take the form of any mortal he chooses, has sex with lots of strangers, and can hurl lightning bolts of doom down on all those who displease him. And he has a gigantic beard. Oh- and his wife is Hera, the Goddess of Women.
[editline]5th April 2011[/editline]
[QUOTE=ThatHippyMan;29004053]Also, the sun disk is also a god damn [i]snake.[/i][/QUOTE]
Exactly. The cobra doesn't care what you want; he will end you and all that you love if you anger him.
Cute. Children and their imaginary friends. :allears:
[QUOTE=ThatHippyMan;29003243]Don't forget modern Satanism's forgotten cousin, Thelema![/QUOTE]
I'd like to see Crowley and LaVey in a cage match
LaVey isn't allowed to bring his snake
And Crowley can't bring his silly pyramid hat.
[QUOTE=Paramud;28998913]
We don't believe that you should only ever look out for yourself, and that everyone else is just dead weight. We're just saying that, when it comes down to it, you're the only person who is [b]really[/b] important to you. You can help other people, if that's what makes [b]you[/b] happy.[/QUOTE]
I don't disagree.
It's just that most people don't want to help other people, even indirectly, and I'll bet that most Satanists don't feel the same way you do.
[QUOTE=Zeke129;29004738]I don't disagree.
It's just that most people don't want to help other people, even indirectly, and I'll bet that most Satanists don't feel the same way you do.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, that's possible.
[QUOTE=Paramud;28996771]
And as for empathy? Fuck empathy. We have no need for it, and don't pretend to.
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Your loss. And this is why I have no respect for LaVeyan Satanism.
At least Satan does barbaque daily.
Your move, God.
[QUOTE=ThatHippyMan;29004053]Also, the sun disk is also a god damn [i]snake.[/i][/QUOTE]That's one fat bastard of a snake, or it just ate Eric Pickles.
[QUOTE=Sgt Doom;29013926]That's one fat bastard of a snake, or it just ate Eric Pickles.[/QUOTE]
probably coiled
All these exorcisms will come back successful and we should convert all hospitals into churches because it obviously works.
[QUOTE=Dr_Funk;29013804]Your loss. And this is why I have no respect for LaVeyan Satanism.[/QUOTE]
It's better than faking it. And at least LaVeyan satanism isn't bullshitting around the burning bush, we're animals, not some greater fucking being. and in a nut shell, this religion is pretty much "respect me and I'll respect you, no matter what race or religion you are" can't say that about Christianity or Islam
[QUOTE=Crimor;29014149]It's better than faking it. And at least LaVeyan satanism isn't bullshitting around the burning bush, we're animals, not some greater fucking being. and in a nut shell, this religion is pretty much "respect me and I'll respect you, no matter what race or religion you are" can't say that about Christianity or Islam[/QUOTE]
Both christianity and laveyan satanism can be twisted to justify being a massive asshole
[QUOTE=archangel125;28996170]They'd just beat him to death.
"The power-" *BAM* "of Christ-" *KRUNCH* "compells you!" *CRACK*[/QUOTE]
That is just cheating. They'd probably say that "it was the only way".
[QUOTE=LunchboxOfDoom;29004034]I'm more of a Ra, God of the Sun, fan.
[img_thumb]http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_uvQvTVOXd3g/TNlqUy-_s2I/AAAAAAAAB0Y/35d8UqEX26Q/s1600/292px-Sun_god_Ra.svg.png[/img_thumb]
"You want to please that glowing gold disk thing in the sky? There's an app for that..."
Seriously, he's got the head of a falcon and carries the Sun Disk around on it. How can you not find that awesome?[/QUOTE]
Where do I get a fatass snake hat like him?
[QUOTE=Zeke129;29014227]Both christianity and laveyan satanism can be twisted to justify being a massive asshole[/QUOTE]
[B]Any[/b] religion can.
[QUOTE=Zeke129;29004738]I don't disagree.
It's just that most people don't want to help other people, even indirectly, and I'll bet that most Satanists don't feel the same way you do.[/QUOTE]
We basically believe that every action has a selfish base. We believe that everyone does things for their own benefit, and that us satanists recognize that and use it to our advantage. We believe any seemingly selfless act can be boiled down to a selfish one.
[QUOTE=ASmellyOgre;29002688]Actually, now that I know something about LaVeyan Satanism, it sounds rather appealing. There are parts I don't agree with for sure, but it seems so much more open and straightforward than any other religion I've seen.[/QUOTE]
Satanism is taken as a whole.
[quote=Church of Satan High Priest, Peter H. Gilmore]The philosophy presented in (The Satanic Bible) is an integrated whole, not a smorgasbord from which one can pick and choose. ... (The Satanic Bible) will not transform you into something you are not. It cannot convert you, or persuade you in directions not inherent in your nature. Its power lies in its ability to show you what you are through your reaction to its contents.[/quote]
One day i drew a pentagram with salt when one of my teachers was out to lunch, lit candles around the room and put a 2 way radio in the ceiling. Had fun for a couple hours.
[QUOTE=Ltp0wer;29019030]We basically believe that every action has a selfish base. We believe that everyone does things for their own benefit, and that us satanists recognize that and use it to our advantage. We believe any seemingly selfless act can be boiled down to a selfish one.
Satanism is taken as a whole.[/QUOTE]You're a Satanist? I still remember the time you were Christian, and I made a spoof of your crucifix avatar :v:
[QUOTE=Sgt Doom;29019685]You're a Satanist? I still remember the time you were Christian, and I made a spoof of your crucifix avatar :v:[/QUOTE]
Haha, yeah, lots of things have changed. I remember when I used to argue with people in big GD religious threads. I even posted a thread offering answers to refute and problems people had with christianity. You all were right, I was wrong. Either way, worked out for the best. Now if I do get into some sort of debate with a Christian, I know where they are coming from, and I know all of their arguments, and exactly how to refute them.
I'm surprised that you remember me.
[QUOTE=Ltp0wer;29020584]Haha, yeah, lots of things have changed. I remember when I used to argue with people in big GD religious threads. I even posted a thread offering answers to refute and problems people had with christianity. You all were right, I was wrong. Either way, worked out for the best. Now if I do get into some sort of debate with a Christian, I know where they are coming from, and I know all of their arguments, and exactly how to refute them.
I'm surprised that you remember me.[/QUOTE]I remember quite a few of the old folk, but my memory decays quicker by the day. Doesn't help that the old threads were purged :c
Hi Lt. Haven't seen you in ages!
[QUOTE=Sgt Doom;29020640]I remember quite a few of the old folk, but my memory decays quicker by the day. Doesn't help that the old threads were purged :c[/QUOTE]
You're getting old. ;)
[QUOTE=Kazumi;29021729]Hi Lt. Haven't seen you in ages!
You're getting old. ;)[/QUOTE]
I know bro, we need our subforum.
[QUOTE=Kazumi;29021729]Hi Lt. Haven't seen you in ages!
You're getting old. ;)[/QUOTE]If you ever come to Finland in many decades time, and have a long-haired old git smelling of vodka shouting at you, then forgetting why immediately, then that'll likely be me.
[editline]7th April 2011[/editline]
[QUOTE=Ltp0wer;29023227]I know bro, we need our subforum.[/QUOTE]There's a group for it, but it's just not the same.
[iMg]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/69/Fomfr_judas_cradle.jpg[/ImG]
we should use this who do not belive in god beacuse this is what god wants to people who do not belive in him
It's funny because Christianity and Satanism both rely on deities from the same book and are both equally asinine.
Only difference is Satan and his worshipers never killed thousands of people of course.
[QUOTE=Ltp0wer;29019030]We basically believe that every action has a selfish base. We believe that everyone does things for their own benefit, and that us satanists recognize that and use it to our advantage. We believe any seemingly selfless act can be boiled down to a selfish one.[/QUOTE]
That doesn't really say anything about your views on contemporary matters. (Environment, education, healthcare, military, taxes)
And to me, therein lies the problem with Satanism. It's intentionally vague to the point that it doesn't [i]want[/i] to be taken seriously. I don't really disagree with it overall but it's goofy and makes no attempt not to be.
[QUOTE=Zeke129;29029439]That doesn't really say anything about your views on contemporary matters. (Environment, education, healthcare, military, taxes)
And to me, therein lies the problem with Satanism. It's intentionally vague to the point that it doesn't [i]want[/i] to be taken seriously. I don't really disagree with it overall but it's goofy and makes no attempt not to be.[/QUOTE]
Why does a religion need to say something about contemporary matters? I don't think it's a problem at all. Satanism is different from other religions in that sense. It's goal isn't to convert the masses, it's all selfish. I imagine that the only satanists that care about the growth of satanism are the ones who run that official Church of Satan who get money from membership. That and possibly those who seek out satanic art for enjoyment.
I'll give you the goofiness though.
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