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Another more sociological division of Satanists:

Another more sociological division of Satanists:

*'''organized Satanism''' - these are organized, publicly known Satanic groups. They have well-developed theologies which they often publish electronically or in printed form. Some organized Satanists have tried to expand their reach and interfere with modern day politics, particularly in advocating for the disgusting practice of abortion, which they view as a "sacrament".<ref>[https://www.masslive.com/news/2021/09/salem-based-satanic-temple-says-abortion-is-part-of-a-religious-ceremony-challenging-texas-law.html Salem-based Satanic Temple says abortion is part of a religious ceremony, challenging Texas law], Mass Live]</ref> There have been concerns of large scale, conspiratorial groups which practice human sacrifice, child molestation and abuse, etc. Many therapists believe they have treated patients who survived [[Satanic ritual abuse]] perpetrated by these groups, and individuals have come forward with testimonies of their time in them. But others, including sympathizers of Satanism, claim that these groups are mythical (a "Satanic panic").<ref>[https://www.crimejusticejournal.com/article/download/759/514/1641</ref><ref>https://scholarworks.uni.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=4525&context=grp Dissecting Disbelief: Possible Reasons for the Denial of the Existence of Ritual Abuse in the United Kingdom], International Journal for Crime, Justice, and Social Democracy]</ref><ref>[https://scholarworks.uni.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=4525&context=grp The psychology of occultism & ritual abuse], UNI Scholar Works</ref> Devil worshipers observe the Black Mass, which involves desecration of the [[Eucharist]].<ref>[https://abcnews.go.com/US/devil-worshiper-hell-bent-controversy-satanic-black-mass/story?id=26047473 Devil Worshiper Hell-Bent on Controversy with Satanic Black Mass Ceremony], [[ABC]]</ref>

*'''organized Satanism''' - these are organized, publicly known Satanic groups. They have well-developed theologies which they often publish electronically or in printed form. Some organized Satanists have tried to expand their reach and interfere with modern day politics, particularly in advocating for the disgusting practice of abortion, which they view as a "sacrament".<ref>[https://www.masslive.com/news/2021/09/salem-based-satanic-temple-says-abortion-is-part-of-a-religious-ceremony-challenging-texas-law.html Salem-based Satanic Temple says abortion is part of a religious ceremony, challenging Texas law], Mass Live]</ref> There have been concerns of large scale, conspiratorial groups which practice human sacrifice, child molestation and abuse, etc. Many therapists believe they have treated patients who survived [[Satanic ritual abuse]] perpetrated by these groups, and individuals have come forward with testimonies of their time in them. But others, including sympathizers of Satanism, claim that these groups are mythical (a "Satanic panic").<ref>[https://www.crimejusticejournal.com/article/download/759/514/1641 Dissecting Disbelief: Possible Reasons for the Denial of the Existence of Ritual Abuse in the United Kingdom], International Journal for Crime, Justice, and Social Democracy</ref><ref>[https://scholarworks.uni.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=4525&context=grp The psychology of occultism & ritual abuse], UNI Scholar Works</ref> Devil worshipers observe the Black Mass, which involves desecration of the [[Eucharist]].<ref>[https://abcnews.go.com/US/devil-worshiper-hell-bent-controversy-satanic-black-mass/story?id=26047473 Devil Worshiper Hell-Bent on Controversy with Satanic Black Mass Ceremony], [[ABC]]</ref>

*'''dabbler Satanism''' - teenagers who turn to Satanism as a form of rebellion against their parents, school, church, etc. Generally they lack a well-developed theology. Often are involved in petty crimes such as vandalism, although occasionally have been linked to more serious criminal activity. Most of them grow out of their Satanism, although some will develop into another form of Satanism over time.  

*'''dabbler Satanism''' - teenagers who turn to Satanism as a form of rebellion against their parents, school, church, etc. Generally they lack a well-developed theology. Often are involved in petty crimes such as vandalism, although occasionally have been linked to more serious criminal activity. Most of them grow out of their Satanism, although some will develop into another form of Satanism over time.  

*''' 'sicko' Satanism''' - criminals, psychopathic individuals, that use Satanism as a justification for criminal activities such as murder, rape, child molestation, etc. Generally lack a developed theology. In some cases the trappings of Satanism are used to try to scare victims (especially children) into not coming forward. Most commonly are loners, or occasionally small groups.  

*''' 'sicko' Satanism''' - criminals, psychopathic individuals, that use Satanism as a justification for criminal activities such as murder, rape, child molestation, etc. Generally lack a developed theology. In some cases the trappings of Satanism are used to try to scare victims (especially children) into not coming forward. Most commonly are loners, or occasionally small groups.  

==Organized Satanism==

==Organized Satanism==

Though Satanists have existed throughout history, in recent times, social awareness of Satanism became recognized phenomenon with the advent of ''The Satanic Bible'' [1969] and The Church of Satan. Prior to this, concepts or ideas of Satanism were used as religious propaganda by the church for [[Inquisition|witch hunts]]. The only evidence for the existence of organized Satanism in history is found in the 20th century.

Though Satanists have existed throughout history, in recent times, social awareness of Satanism became a phenomenon with the advent of ''The Satanic Bible'' [1969] and The Church of Satan. Prior to this, concepts or ideas of Satanism were used as religious propaganda by the church for [[Inquisition|witch hunts]]. The only evidence for the existence of organized Satanism in history is found in the 20th century.

The Satanic Bible contains the core philosophy of LaVey Satanism. the concepts were based on the philosophies of Nietzsche and "The Will to Power" and Ayn Rand "Atlas Shrugged". Rumors that these ideas are plagiarized are unfounded because the complete Bibliography for The Satanic Bible was printed in earlier versions of the book. The Satanic Bible is the core document for many Satanists. The philosophy of LaVeyan Satanism is based on objectivism, humanism, and rationalism.  

The Satanic Bible contains the core philosophy of LaVey Satanism. the concepts were based on the philosophies of Nietzsche and "The Will to Power" and Ayn Rand "Atlas Shrugged". Rumors that these ideas are plagiarized are unfounded because the complete Bibliography for The Satanic Bible was printed in earlier versions of the book. The Satanic Bible is the core document for many Satanists. The philosophy of LaVeyan Satanism is based on objectivism, humanism, and rationalism.