Overt Satanism
Modern Satanism began in the late 1960s, marked by the founding of the Church of Satan in the U.S. during the “Age of Aquarius.” It developed into three major trends: theistic Satanism (worship of Satan as a deity), atheistic Satanism (symbolic, rationalist), and reactive Satanism (youth rebellion or anti-Christian provocation).
Today, the United States stands at the forefront of Satanism. Once a stronghold of Christianity during the Middle Ages, Europe has drifted mainly into secularism and atheism. As the spiritual decline deepened there, the battle shifted to America—a nation that became a beacon of Christian faith and the leading missionary-sending country in the 20th century.
1. Church of Satan
The Church of Satan (COS, Rational Satanism) denies the existence of God. Satan, for them, is a symbolic adversary of religion and morality. As Time magazine wrote in 1972, “They invoke Satan not as a supernatural being, but as a symbol of man’s self-gratifying ego, which is what they worship.”
The most popular atheistic satanist is Anton LeVay. He founded the Church of Satan in 1966. This era could be considered the renaissance of demonic influence in the West, where Hollywood Celebrities like Jane Mansfield and Sammy Davis Jr. openly showed their affiliations with Satanists.
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2. The Satanic Temple
The Satanic Temple (TST Rational Satanism) is a different organization from Anton LaVey’s COS. TST was established in 2013 and has overtaken LaVey’s “Church of Satan” in popularity. They advocate putting demonic images on public display.
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3. Order of Nine Angels
The Order of Nine Angels (ONA, theistic Satanism) surfaced in the 1960s in the UK. They strive to become “one” with Satan or the “dark forces” to create highly evolved individuals. They refer to themselves as “traditional Satanists.”
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4. Temple of Set
The Temple of Set (esoteric Satanism), founded in 1975 by Michael Aquino after splitting from the Church of Satan, practices theistic Satanism. Members view Satan—often identified with the Egyptian god Set—as a real supernatural being and spiritual guide.
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5. Covert Satanism worldwide
FC Kaiserslautern (Germany): Founded in 1900, nicknamed “Red Devils” for their red kits and aggressive play. In 2025, fans displayed a pentagram and Lucifer banner at a match, claiming it was for fun.
However, the message left little doubt that they are covert Satanists. The banner read: “Hear us, Lucifer, rise from the abyss, take our souls. Draw us to the light, rule over the world, rise from the flames and appear.”
Luciferianism (Global): Mixes atheistic reason with theistic belief. Lucifer is seen as a symbol of enlightenment and inner power.
Anti-Cosmic Satanism (Sweden/UK): Also called Chaos-Gnosticism. Teaches that the universe is false and chaos is the actual reality. Groups include Temple of the Black Light and musicians like Jon Nödtveidt (Dissection).
Transcendental Satanism (USA): Focuses on spiritual self-evolution through uniting with one’s inner Satanic aspect. Popularized by authors like Matt Zane.
Demonolatry (Global): Involves the worship or use of demons in ritual. Draws on over 200 entities from ancient and modern religions.
Satanic Reds (USA): Founded in New York in the 1990s. Combines Satanism with socialist and Lovecraftian elements.
Christian-Based Duotheism/Polytheistic Satanism (Various): Accepts the biblical war between God and Satan but sides with Satan as a rebel or liberator.
The Process Church of the Final Judgment (UK/USA): Founded in the 1960s in London by ex-Scientologists. Worships Jehovah, Lucifer, Satan, and Christ as equal forces. Expanded later to the U.S., including New Orleans.
MOCA Gala (Los Angeles): The 2011 gala, directed by Marina Abramović, featured human centerpieces and ritualistic visuals, openly criticized for satanic overtones.
The 2024 gala, led by Max Hooper Schneider, featured surreal, synthetic ecosystems imagery. Though both events were framed as avant-garde art, critics argue they reflect a covert use of occult and satanic symbolism.
What will happen to Satanists when Jesus returns?
When Jesus returns, Satanists—like all who reject Him—will face judgment and eternal condemnation in the lake of fire. Their only hope is to repent and submit to the Lordship of Jesus Christ for salvation.
Revelation 20:10
“The devil who deceived them was thrown into the lake of fire.”
2 Thessalonians 1:8-9
“He will punish those who do not know God… They will be punished with everlasting destruction.”
Matthew 25:31-46
All who deny Christ’s Lordship will be judged, while believers will be saved.
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