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31 December, XXXVI A.S.: As we end Working Year XXXVI and begin our third 18-year Working with Working Year XXXVII, we note that the myriad tribes of humanity are milling about like a smashed nest of hornets, having experienced many events of lasting significance this past annum. These pivot points, of great tragedy and of stirring heroism, have both rocked the globe as well as subtly directed the course of society. Momentous changes have also taken place in the microcosm of our Church, and we anticipate more to come. There is much to be learned during these “interesting times,” and the aware Satanist will see ever more clearly the nature of the beast called Man.
This night, as we celebrate with Dionysian fervor the Black Flame within us, we take the time to reflect on what we’ve experienced over the last twelve months, and formulate our cherished visions for that which will come into being in our immediate future. But we Satanists also take time to place human events in perspective, as we look beyond to the cosmos, ever flowing and inexorable in its mighty cycles of creation and destruction. The human dramas on the stage of our globe pale in comparison, but since we are our own Gods, we remember that it is in our hands to move with surety and grace through the human zoo of global civilization.
Our deepest thanks go to the many potent and productive individuals who enriched our lives this last year. We have been inspired by your deeds and know that even bolder works are to come. And it was our very great pleasure to meet many of our members face-to-face. We are proud to say that you have proven yourselves to be true exemplars of the Satanic aristocracy of the able.
May true Satanists celebrate this night in the company of those they hold dear, and from our hearts we send you are darkest blessings for a new year filled with triumphs unbounded.
Joy to the flesh—forever!
Shemhamforash! Hail Satan!
High Priest Peter H. Gilmore
High Priestess Blanche Barton
Magistra Templi Rex Peggy Nadramia
21 December, XXXVI A.S.: Our very best wishes go to Satanists around the globe today—may you all celebrate a truly Superlative Solstice, in the most indulgent manner possible. And it is again time to view the evocative words of H. P. Lovecraft, for his insightful reflections on this time of year.
Hail Satan!
High Priest Peter H. Gilmore
High Priestess Blanche Barton
Magistra Templi Rex Peggy Nadramia
17 December, XXXVI A.S.: The first episode of Satanism Today is now on schedule at www.freethoughtradio.com. Visit the site, view the schedule, and listen-in when it is playing during your time zone. You might enjoy some of the other fine shows there as well, as they are all produced by folks who, like most Satanists, are interested in preserving freedom of thought.
29 November, XXXVI A.S.: The very worthwhile organization Americans United for Separation of Church and State has issued a press release today (click to view) which details the background of an individual whom President Bush may soon be proposing for nomination to the National Labor Relations Board. This person appears to have been recently associated with an organization of what we’d call Christian religious fanatics. This is definitely an issue that should be alarming to all American citizens who oppose having government officials who favor moving the USA in the direction of becoming a Christian Theocracy.
26 November, XXXVI A.S.: Here’s a press release about an upcoming project.
ANNOUNCING THE WORLD PREMIERE OF
SATANISM TODAY
In order to continue the rise of the Satanic movement in today’s world, the Church of Satan proudly announces the debut of Satanism Today on a soon-to-be-announced internet radio station.It is the mission of this radio program to address, publicize and promote the goals and philosophy of the Church of Satan and its membership. Topics to be covered each week on this 40 minute broadcast will include “News from the Satanic Perspective,” “Applications of Satanic Theory in Daily Life,” “Practical Applications of Greater and Lesser Magic,” “Satanic Q&A”—which will feature a new guest each week, and many more!
The show will be hosted each week by David Harris, a 7-year veteran of the radio business, and of course, a member of the Church of Satan. The inaugural broadcast of Satanism Today will feature a 40 minute interview with none other than the High Priest of the Church of Satan, Peter H. Gilmore! High Priest Gilmore will be touching on a number of topics concerning the modern Satanic perspective, as well as answering your questions. If you’d like to submit questions for High Priest Gilmore, these should be e-mailed to David Harris, no later than December 7th.
Satanism Today would also like to know what is important to you, the contemporary Satanist. If you have a topic of interest that you feel should be discussed, a question for the host or any of his guests, or if you yourself would like to be considered towards being a future guest on Satanism Today, please send all inquiries to David Harris. All potential guests on the show must be able to prove membership in the Church of Satan.
The show will be pre-recorded each week and later aired throughout the week. Live broadcasts, featuring your phone calls, will be coming in the months that follow. Remember that all questions for High Priest Gilmore must be e-mailed to David Harris no later than December 7th. Keep checking this News page for more information on the first broadcast of this exciting new venture. We look forward to hearing from you!
Hail Satan!
David M. Harris
Host—Satanism Today
19 November, XXXVI A.S.: Magister Coop’s book, Devil’s Advocate: The Art of Coop, is hitting stores now, and he’s making the rounds doing book signings! Click on the title to order it online or meet him at one of his appearances.
Reverend Matt G. Paradise has created a video teaser for our official website!
It is 6.5 mb and you must have QuickTime in order to view it.
6 November, XXXVI A.S.: Another update to our Altar Egos page displays new images from the chamber of the Order of the Black Star.
And for those of you who enjoy PDF file documents, Reverend Matt Paradise has compiled our basic information into an attractive package in this format. Visit the Basics section of our Theory/Practice page to view or download this file.
25 October, XXXVI A.S.: Our thanks to the many members who have sent in their exciting suggestions for our new Special Interest Groups. Once we finalize the initial particulars, we will make an announcement on this site. We encourage you to keep sending in your ideas.
We are gathering the many e-mail addresses being sent in by members for the coming E-Bulletin List. Please note: if you are not in regular contact with this office, be sure to include your name and snail-mail address when you submit your e-mail address, so that we may confirm your membership.
Take a peek at the Altar Egos page for a handsome addition provided by the MANINBLACK Grotto.
From the depths of our black hearts, we send our warmest holiday greetings to all of our extraordinary members, as well as true Satanists everywhere. May each and every one of you celebrate this eve—a night when it seems all the world wishes to be somewhat akin to us—with joy, reflection, and a sense of the myriad mysteries which fill the Darkness.
And don’t forget to have one Hell of a good time!
Hail Satan!
High Priest Peter H. Gilmore
High Priestess Blanche Barton
Magistra Templi Rex Peggy Nadramia
17 October, XXXVI A.S.: Yesterday, the infamous Black House—Dr. LaVey’s residence for many years and the birthplace of the Church of Satan, was demolished.
End of an Era
For the past several years, The Black House at 6114 California Street sat empty and brooding, the quintessential “shunned house.” Like the San Francisco lair of Dr. LaVey’s mentor, Cecil Nixon, it was not meant to survive the death of the unique owner who had given it preternatural life.
It was the real-world equivalent of fictional “haunted houses” belonging to charming outsiders, like the Addams Family domicile of both cartoons and video.With Dr. LaVey as its genius loci, it became a nexus point for those who shared his Satanic sensibilities. It was truly an “unholy of unholies” for the select group of sinister individuals who were fortunate enough to be invited to cross its threshold and pass through the stygian pall of the entry hallway. Those of us who enjoyed many hours in its tenebrous embrace will never forget its charm—and its mysteries.
With its passing, it gains greater power as it moves into the realm of legend. Now it continues to exist as the archetype for lairs belonging to many of the members of the Church of Satan. And in the years to come it shall continue to serve as an inspiration for those infernal souls who have the will to construct their own dark sanctuaries.
Peter H. Gilmore
15 October, XXXVI A.S.: The latest edition (V) of The Black Pun-Kin: Canada’s Satanic Forum has just emerged, and it is well worth your while to obtain. This 48 page magazine—with a striking full-color cover by Reverend Robert A. Lang of “Lucifer,” an image from his forthcoming Satanic Tarot deck—is full of fascinating and thought-provoking articles, most of which are illustrated. Highlights are Gregori Warn’s travelogue detailing his exploration of the legacy of Rasputin in Russia, Magister Diabolos Rex’s column discussing the art of Szukalski, several superior pieces each by Magister Michael Rose and Priestess Diana DeMagis, and the usual essential reviews and other items for your amusement.
Just $7.00 US within Canada and the USA, $10.00 US Overseas—checks and International money orders made out to Robert A. Lang. It can also be ordered via credit card through the Emporium.
The Black Pun-kin
P.O. Box 32017
1386 Richmond Road.
Ottawa, ON
K2B 1A1 Canada
12 October, XXXVI A.S.: High Priest Peter H. Gilmore presents his “State of the Church” address. Please click on the link to read this pertinent document.
An notice of interest from Stephen Kasner:Each of us has been dramatically affected by the events of September 11, 2001. In an attempt to contribute to the selfless, diligent aid undertaken by all of the tireless volunteers helping the United States to regain its strength, I would like to extend my own offer of assistance to these relief efforts.
One month after the onset of the terrorist attacks, between the mornings of October 11th through November 11th, I am offering the unique and rare opportunity to obtain a signed, limited edition print of “Dreamscape III” that features an original, signed and dated metallic drawing. Proceeds from each print sold will go directly to the New York State World Trade Center Relief Fund in order to benefit the victims of this senseless act of violence.
The print is available between these dates at the original cost of $95.00 US, with absolutely no additional cost for packing or shipping, within the United States, or Internationally.I encourage you all to take advantage of this special, limited offer. Know that every contribution makes a difference.
Please visit www.stephenkasner.com for ordering information.
Since 1993’s critically acclaimed exhibition, “Huma,” Stephen Kasner has hosted international solo and group shows, recently exhibiting with contemporary Masters of Surrealism, Ernst Fuchs and H.R. Giger. Reviews and features on his work have been published in The Washington Post, Art? Alternatives, Seconds Magazine and Art Visionary. Kasner has also been interviewed for ABC’s Nightly News with Peter Jennings, and has contributed artwork for numerous publications, record releases and institutions including Caritas- Cleveland AIDS Care Unit and the American Heart Association.
Stop on by the EMPORIUM to pick up your copies of Amarillo Records’ original CD releases of Anton LaVey’s The Satanic Mass and Satan Takes a Holiday. This is the last of their stock and they are going fast!
And finally, peruse our Links page for some additional places of interest to visit on the web, created by our members.
21 September, XXXVI A.S.: To all of our members and true Satanists the world over, we wish you an Enlightened Equinox this Saturday.
Satanists use ritual as a means for catharsis, and we know that many of our comrades will be entering their chambers this holiday to pour forth their grief for those who were murdered as well as to vent their fury towards all associated with mounting the recent terrorist attacks on the United States. I suggest that now is the time for we Satanists to see this as the pivot point in history that it could well be—a time when the free peoples of the world cooperate to isolate and remove the social cancer of religious fanaticism. The tragic events of 9/11 have demonstrated to a global audience that the goal of such zealots is the forcible submission of all who do not adhere to their rigid beliefs. For those who understand human history, it is an old story. It may now be made abundantly clear to the previously complacent masses.
For those who ritualize, I suggest that you do not limit yourselves only to considering these latest atrocities, but hold in focus many such crimes. Those from recent history are vivid, such as the bombings of abortion clinics by fundamentalist Christians, the acts of terror waged by Christian denominations over the conflicts in Northern Ireland, and the mass murders on the African continent over religious and tribal dissension. But also recall that religious zealotry has been one of the main motivational sources for torture and murder on vast scales throughout recorded history.
When Dr. LaVey died in 1997, I had suggested that the new “watchword” which Satanism should emphasize is Justice, as our previous emphasis on Indulgence had in great part come to pass. Current events have clearly moved the world towards this perspective. The majority of people seem to be rejecting the passive calls for mercy being preached from pulpits across the planet, and instead they are seeking just retribution—Lex Talionis! It is now the time when a message we Satanists have long been speaking may begin to fall on receptive ears: that fundamentalist religious fanaticism is a danger to the freedom of thought and action sought by much of the population of this world. If civilization is to continue in the secular, pluralistic manner which generally promotes individual liberty, then the nations of this Earth must take measures towards preventing future calculated acts of terror by religious maniacs, regardless of whatever religion is used, and often distorted, as the basis for such criminal behavior. Our Is-To-Be is a society which continues to support individualism and diversity, wherein we Satanists remain able to exercise our choice of religion, amongst other philosophies and belief systems that “agree to disagree,” without interfering with differing pursuits of personal satisfaction.
May your observances this Equinox bring you all greater clarity of purpose and increasing wisdom and strength. High Priestess Blanche Barton and Magistra Templi Rex Peggy Nadramia join me in wishing you all our warmest regards for a healthy and prosperous Fall season.
Hail Satan!
Peter H. Gilmore
High PriestPlease Note: We are processing Registered Memberships with much greater speed than previously, but until we complete our current evaluation of Grotto Master Applications, we are refraining from processing the many Active Membership Applications which we’ve received. As soon as we begin to evaluate them, we will make an announcement here. We thank you for your patience, and must say that from the general look of pending applications, we will be welcoming many creative and intelligent individuals to our dark cabal of Active Members.
Also, for those who have inquired, we will soon be making a detailed announcement on this site concerning our newly forming Special Interest Groups—“think tanks” in which our members may explore their passions with the goal of tangible creations from this productive interaction.
12 September, XXXVI A.S.: The terrorist attacks on New York City and Washington DC yesterday eloquently prove our contention that fundamentalist religious fanaticism is one of the most dangerous factors in human society.
I’ve lived in New York City for over two decades, and the quiet that has fallen over this capitol of world culture and economy is unprecedented. Seeing the pall of the smoke from the blasted twin towers hanging over the southern tip of Manhattan was a haunting, unforgettable sight.
Moving amongst my fellow New Yorkers, it was heartening to hear the residents of this city calling-out for the blood of those who are the cause of these acts of war, as well as for the punishment of those who shield, support, or otherwise sympathize with terrorists.
The philosophy of Satanism is clear on such issues.
The Fifth Satanic Statement from The Satanic Bible says:
“Satan represents vengeance, instead of turning the other cheek!”
And from the the section therein called the Book of Satan:
“7. Hate your enemies with a whole heart, and if a man smite you on one cheek, SMASH him on the other!; smite him hip and thigh, for self-preservation is the highest law!”
“9. Give blow for blow, scorn for scorn, doom for doom—with compound interest liberally added thereunto! Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, aye four-fold, a hundred-fold!”
Many of the people of this nation now share this point of view.
Yesterday, Americans saw things they hold as precious being shattered by those who view our society as being the adversary of the theocracy they wish to establish. They call us “The Great Satan.” It is time for our nation to play that role with grim purpose.
Terrorists only understand the language of terror, so we must speak to them in like manner and utterly destroy that which they hold as being precious. If the might of the United States makes the price of their acts too terrible to again consider, only then will future similar deeds be prevented.
There is precedent in the history of our country, which we see as the world’s first Satanic republic. When faced by the attack on Pearl Harbor and the suicidal fanaticism of Kamikaze pilots, the United States ultimately leveled two Japanese cities with the most terrible of weapons. Our forefathers embraced a song called “The Battle Hymn of the Republic,” which contains such images as “loose the fateful lightning of a terrible swift sword” and for “trampling out the vintage where the grapes of wrath are stored.” That is our heritage. May our contemporaries live up to that standard.
Peter H. Gilmore
11 September, XXXVI A.S.: Today is a day of utmost tragedy, and we mourn the deaths of all of the innocent victims. We offer our deepest sympathy to the families and friends of the individuals who perished in these vile acts of terrorism.
For those who have been inquiring:
All members of the Central Administrative Office here in New York City are safe.
5 September, XXXVI A.S.: Effective immediately, there is a new address for the Southern California Contact Office of the Church of Satan:
Church of Satan
P.O. Box 210666
Chula Vista, CA 91921-0666Use this above address for matters concerning The Cloven Hoof, and for snail-mail contact of High Priestess Blanche Barton
The Central Administrative Office remains:
Church of Satan
P.O. Box 499
Radio City Station
New York, NY 10101-0499
31 August, XXXVI A.S.: News from the world of Coop! His first book, Devil’s Advocate: The Art of Coop, is to be released this Fall, containing a very thorough, full-color compendium of Coop’s amazing art. It is a hardcover, and there is a special limited edition that can be pre-ordered through Aperient Press, the publisher. Click on the cover image below for complete details!
(What appears to be a gray background is actually silver, and there is a contrasting varnished title overprint that does not show in this image. We’ve been privileged to have seen the proofs, and we guarantee that this is a gorgeous book— something that Coop fans will not want to miss.)
Also, the current edition of PAPER Magazine features a ten-page spread called “Coop Couture,” which has images rendered by Coop of clothing by famous designers being worn by those luscious Coop ladies. Grab a copy before it is sold out!
There will also be a party and gallery showing of these images in New York City, so visit the News page at Coopstuff.com for all the details.
7 August, XXXVI A.S.: A new book has come to our attention that we think you won’t want to miss.
Dominion Press presents
THE SECRET KING:
Karl Maria Wiligut, Himmler’s Lord of the RunesTranslated and Introduced by Stephen E. Flowers, Ph.D.
Edited by Michael MoynihanThe subject of “Nazi Occultism” has long been given lurid and inaccurate coverage. Here, for the first time in English language translations by Stephen E. Flowers, you can read the actual writings of Karl Maria Wiligut (aka K. M. Weisthor), the occultist who was indeed a member of the dreaded SS, and who devised rituals (the SS Name-Giving Rite is included) and symbols (such as the SS death’s head ring pictured on the cover) for the Third Reich.
Included is a detailed biographical essay by Dr. Flowers on Wiligut’s history as well as a discussion of his mystical beliefs. Here you will discover that, according to his own occult genealogies, Wiligut was no less than the “Secret King” of all Germania. And you will learn of Wiligut’s thoughts concerning the ancestral feud between “Irmin-Kristianity” and “Wotanism,” the latter of which he saw as embodying foreign and disgusting heathen mythology.
If you have any interest in this subject, this volume is essential for your collection.
The softcover version (pictured above) is $21 postpaid in the US and Canada,
($27 postpaid airmail to the rest of the word).Click on the image above to see the cover of the elegant limited clothbound edition (500 numbered copies, bound in black cloth with double stamping on the front cover, burgundy endpapers and headbands, sewn signatures, and acid-free archival paper) which is $33 postpaid in the US and Canada
($40 postpaid airmail to the rest of the world).Orders should be sent to:
DOMINION PRESS
P.O. Box 129
Waterbury Center, VT 05677
2 August, XXXVI A.S.: Again, visit our Theory/Practice page to see some of the translations added today. We have many more that we’ve received and are still preparing to include once they are formatted, so if you've sent one, not to worry—it will be posted! Our deepest thanks to the individuals who contributed for their hard work put into these fine efforts towards international understanding of Satanism. Waiting in the wings are some new links, as well as tattoo and Baphomet images which we will be posting over the next week or so, as well as more translations.
Our unending gratitude goes to the excellent folk who continue to help make this site the prime source for information about Satanism in the world.
1 August, XXXVI A.S.: Visit our Theory/Practice page to read Blanche Barton’s article about homeschooling, Mandatory Education: Teaching Pigs To Sing, which includes links for further exploration of the topic.
24 July, XXXVI A.S.: Today we launch the Church of Satan Emporium, which is a new incarnation of Reverend Ventrue’s pioneering Satannet Plaza. Here you will find the real deal—the symbols of the Church of Satan in various forms, created for our members, by our members.
4 July, XXXVI A.S.: We suggest that, if you are interested in the subject of artificial human companions, you take the time to see the new Spielberg film A.I., which is based on a short story by Brian Aldiss and a treatment written by Stanley Kubrick. It is an imaginative essay on the ramifications of humanoids, which does not flinch from exploring the needs of certain humans, adults and children, for both cruelty and kindness. The visuals are striking and best experienced on the large screen. Haley Joel Osment again proves to be an extraordinary actor for one of his youth. Note that this film is far too intense for children as it contains graphic depictions of the torture of artificial humans in the “Flesh Fair” sequence as well as other situations of emotional trauma.
2 July, XXXVI A.S.: In the continuing Apple vs. Church of Satan press, ADWEEK covered the story in a humorous and accurate article, which reprinted our “Think Different” parody. It is Vol. XLII, No. 26, dated June 25, 2001.
Those of you with an affinity for the children of the night will enjoy the new Vampire-themed items from Action Designs, so take a look!
This month seems to have an international theme of Independence, with Canada celebrating Canada Day today, the USA celebrating Independence Day on July 4, and France celebrating Bastille Day on July 14. Of course, we Satanists see every day as our own Independence Day, but this is a fine time to recall those brave individuals throughout history who fought repressive regimes to attain or maintain personal freedoms. We salute you, cherished comrades in liberty!
21 June, XXXVI A.S.: To Satanists everywhere, may you celebrate a Superior Solstice today!
Beast wishes to you all, from:
High Priest Peter H. Gilmore
High Priestess Blanche Barton
Magistra Templi Rex Peggy Nadramia
Hail Satan!
Our exchange with Apple computer is still making the rounds of the Internet, and can be seen on many news sites and was even reported in German (click here to view). It will also be covered in an upcoming edition of AdWeek magazine.
Support continues to flow into our e-mail inbox. We wanted to share with you a particularly articulate letter written to Apple Computer by our own Reverend Paradise:
I am an Apple computer user. I am also a Satanist. In addition, I’ve been online for an unheard of 17 years, since 1984 and then on CompuServe, when the online community had a whopping 4000 members. This was the same year when I met my first Mac: a Classic, to be precise. It was the envy of my entire Graphics Arts class in high school at the time, and mine as well. The GUI (Graphic User Interface) alone had me in thrall. Up until then, my computer experience was relegated to a monochrome screen: pure text.
Since then, I have seen Apple grow in leaps and bounds, and showed up its purported betters by leading the pack in an agreeable interface, a solid operating system, and an overall enjoyable computer experience. That was magic—true magic—to me. And enough inspiration for any creative person, myself included. What Apple inadvertently told me was that the boundaries that so many prop up are but mirages, and that the future is not only unwritten, but also vulnerable to individual denting. Such is the lesson I got.
As Apple’s history pushed forward, they’ve swathed a line of provocation that made people have to either step forward or get out of the way. I respect that wholeheartedly. Imagine a tech corporation that pushes people to think! How rare is that? That’s the attitude that I always understood Apple to perpetuate. And it’s duly Satanic.
I have had a Classic, a Quadra 605, and an iMac, and might buy a new iBook.
Maybe.
Sadly, I am brought at a crossroads. At present, Apple has told the Church of Satan, the religious organization of which I am of its Priesthood, that said organization cannot promote this same Promethean ethic I just espoused by allowing a depiction on another website of an equally provocative and thought-provoking entity such as CoS founder, Anton Szandor LaVey, alongside the Apple slogan, “Think Different.” This speaks a, perhaps unintended, message: That of “We say we’re different, but not TOO different.” Where now is that rebel spark, that disregard for the established norm (whether social or technological), to create and grow and innovate in spite of a lordful predominance? That first bite into the Apple (that’s well-shown in their logo) should represent the crossing of the threshold of then-current knowledge, that stepping aside of counterproductive established thought and on to more forward thinking. When Apple could have rallied to the complimentary cry of Free Speech, the First Amendment, and the initiative to unconventional moves they’ve—all of which either directly or obliquely—put forth in their attitude and advertising, they’ve denied their Pygmalion thrust and kowtowed to the very elements (either real or imagined) that they claim to consider blocks in their way of true progress.
Quite frankly, I am offended. And I’m not the only one. Those of us who are firm supporters of the Macintosh aren’t exactly, by and large, fond of the idea of status quo stooping, of kissing arse to the demands of a select few, or of those who are satisfied with less. We learned that lesson with the PC platform. The Mac represents a machine that tells the norm to go screw itself, and then topples the competition in quality, while the remainder rely on hype and public acceptability, regardless of actual performance. The Mac is truly the modern-day Devil! It stands defiantly against paltry product that is accepted as “good” and remains the mindful rebel, one who has remained faithful, consistent, and relevant. The Mac tells the Holier-Than-PC to examine itself, or to just take a flying leap. The Mac is the Balance Factor.
With this, I would hope that Apple would reconsider their Public Relations blunder of implying a prejudice against a religious organization (one that they’d probably have a whole lot more in common with that they’d like to admit to) and stand on their own merit, regardless of silly and pointless non-issues.
Ever Forward!
Rev. Matt G. Paradise - Church of Satan http://www.purgingtalon.com
16 June, XXXVI A.S.: Today Reuters covers the Apple vs. the Church of Satan saga with Apple tells Satanists they can’t “Think Different.”
Also, the article on The Interrogator, has been restored, after its mysterious disappearance.
High Priest Gilmore will be interviewed live on the cable channel techtv Monday morning during the 8:30 to 9:00 am slot (PST).
14 June, XXXVI A.S.: The story continues to flow through the Mac community. High Priest Gilmore spoke on CNET’s internet radio yesterday about the Apple vs. Church of Satan conflict. A very perceptive article has been posted today on The Interrogator, which we think you will enjoy. This piece echoes what has been said to us in numerous pieces of e-mail by our fellow Mac users. We will keep you posted concerning any further developments.
13 June, XXXVI A.S.: Another Mac enthusiast comments on our issues with Apple computer:
12 June, XXXVI A.S.: It looks like the Mac using community has noticed the exchange we posted with Apple Computer’s lawyers. Here are a couple of sites which have mentioned this:
We thank the many fellow Mac enthusiasts who have written to us in support of our position.
Two new books have come across our desk and both are definitely worth your while.
The Bible of Hell
A well-chosen compendium by editor Michael M. Pendragon of poetry and literary excerpts, including such diabolical luminaries as Blake, Milton, Poe, Byron, Shelley, Wilde, and Anton LaVey. This is sure to be an inspiration and a fine means for getting a taste of the included authors before exploring their works in greater depth. Click on the image above to visit the editor’s message board to share your thoughts.
The cost is only $10.00, US postage is included as well as overseas Surface Mail (6 weeks delivery time). For overseas Air Mail add $9.00.
Michael Pendragon, P.O. Box 719, Radio City Station, New York, NY 10101-0719
Query the editor by email first as the initial print run is small and copies are going fast!
An Introduction to Magic
Edited by Michael Moynihan and translated by Guido Stucco, this is a collection of the writings of the UR Group, a circle of Italian esotericists lead by Julius Evola, dating from the 1920s. This material has not previously been released in English and it is fascinating from a historical standpoint, as well as for those who are interested in pursuing the magical techniques and concepts explored by this group of intelligent and accomplished men. Click on the image above to order the title from Amazon.com.
Some of you might have caught High Priest Gilmore on the air, as he was recently doing radio interviews: WSPD 1370 out of Toledo on 5/31/01, and KSFM out of Sacramento on 6/01/01. The hosts were cordial and curious and a good time was had by all.
18 May, XXXVI A.S.: Take a look at the fine additions to our Baphomet Gallery, Altar Egos (including an update to Andrew Watkins’ page), and Flesh and Fantasy pages. As you wander around the site, you will also note that several pages now have their French translations posted.
3 May, XXXVI A.S.: High Priestess Barton welcomes our new High Priest, Peter H. Gilmore, and Grand Mistress of the Temple, Peggy Nadramia. Read the High Priestess’ Walpurgisnacht XXXVI communiqué for this announcement.
Please note that our Central Administrative Office is now the Church of Satan New York Contact (P.O. Box 499, Radio City Station, New York, NY 10101-0499), which will, from now on, be handling membership and Grotto concerns. The Southern California Contact (PMB #365, P.O. Box 390009, San Diego, CA 92149-0009) will still be maintained as the focal point for The Cloven Hoof as well as for direct contact with High Priestess Barton.
During this transitional period we are experiencing delays in response time for Registration, Active Membership Applications, and the chartering of Grotto Masters. However, our administrative changes will soon speed up all of these processes so that our average response time will be swifter. But, until this process is completed, expect some delays.
30 April, XXXVI A.S.: A heartfelt “Wicked Walpurgisnacht” to all true Satanists the world over!
To begin, on this night of nights, let us note our members who are currently appearing in recently issued publications. The infamous Reverend Leyba is interviewed by Poppy Z. Brite in Propaganda No. 26, and also in the UK Edition, May 2001, of FHM accompanied by the striking picture you see above.
Issue number 9 0f ESOTERRA includes works by Reverend Michael Moynihan, Reverend Carl Abrahamsson, and Magister Boyd Rice. And Magister Rice is featured prominently in Dagobert’s Revenge, Volume 3, #2. And Magister Rex Diabolos Church is interviewed in Destroying Angels #3, as well as the German language publication ZINOBER #2.
Ladies and Gentlemen, step right up to Flesh and Fantasy, our gallery of body art and tattoos adorning our members.
Also, please stop by our Altar Egos page for the addition of Andrew Watkins’ chamber, and don’t miss the debut on our Links page of his new web site, Hail-Satan.com, as well as other added/updated links. And our Baphomet Gallery continues to grow, so take another look at these exemplary Sigils.
24 April, XXXVI A.S.: To keep track of Reverend Leyba’s tour, click on his name to visit the official tour site created by Reverend Ventrue, which not only lists all of the upcoming events, but includes pictures from the first stop in Texas.
16 April, XXXVI A.S.: More news about Reverend Leyba:
On Saturday, April 21st, Reverend Steven Leyba will be featuring his art work in Dallas, TX:
Forbidden Gallery, 3605 Parry Ave., Dallas, Texas 7522 (214)887-5939
Saturday April 21st—Blood Performance/book signing and opening for Reverend Leyba’s SEXGOBLIN paintings. Reception at 7:30 and performance at 10pm (free to the public).Don’t miss the very special “Episode 44” of The Honey Hellfire Show, featuring an interview with Mr. 44 himself, the genius behind The Electric Hellfire Club, Reverend Thomas Thorn! Showtimes are 12 noon, 4 p.m., and 8 p.m. Central Daylight Time, running Monday April 16th to Sunday, April 22nd.
And today yet another fine addition to Altar Egos! We have been receiving images for the Flesh & Fantasy body art gallery, so please continue to send them and we will get that gallery up soon. We have some suggestions for photographers. Pose the subject in front of a dark backgound, so that we aren’t distracted from the tattoo itself, and light them with care. For each individual, please do close-up shots of each tattoo, as well as some overall body shots so that it can be seen how these images work on the body of their proud bearer. The subject should feel free to pose in ways that show off the art. Be creative!
13 April, XXXVI A.S.: Happy Friday the 13th to you all! High Priestess Barton is scheduled to be a guest on Ahmet Zappa’s radio show today at about 4:20 PST. Check out www.comedyworld.com for details.
To complement our Altar Egos and Baphomet Galleries, we are now collecting submissions for two more showcases in which our members can display their talents. The first will be a collection of MP3 files of original music composed and performed by members for their ritual practices. The second will consist of images of tattoos and body art bearing Satanic symbols. So, send files for both to webmaster@churchofsatan.com, and as as soon as we have gathered some interesting pieces, we will launch these galleries.
Finally, the controversial Reverend Steven Johnson Leyba begins his national tour to promote his book, Coyote Satan Amerika, published by Last Gasp—click on his name for a press release about his upcoming book signing and performance in New York City. Click on the cover below to go directly to Last Gasp and purchase the book.
Don’t miss our intrepid Reverend Matt Paradise as he conquers the airwaves on the nationally syndicated radio show The Quest on Thursday, 19 April at 8pm Pacific Time (11p EST). He will be discussing Satanism and The Church of Satan. A list of some of the stations that carry this program include the following:
Charleston SC WTMZ am 910 Dayton OH WHIO-am 1290 Florence SC WJMX-am 970 Green Bay WI WGEE-am 1360 Hillsboro OR KUIK-am 1360 Kansas City KS KCMO-am 710 Lincoln NB KLIN-am 1400 Middlebury VT WFAD-am 1490 Myrtle Beach SC WMJX-am 970 Panama City FL WYOO-fm 101.1 Portland OR KXL-am 750 San Antonio TX KENS-am 1160 San Luis Obispo CA KGLW-am 1340 Seattle WA KOMO-am 1000 Spokane WA KXLY-am 920
If you miss this appearance, the website will, more likely than not, provide an audio file of the episode in their “Archives” section.
12 April, XXXVI A.S.: More additions today for the LaVey Gallery, Altar Egos, and Baphomet Gallery. And if you take a look at the Guidelines for Link Consideration page, you will see a couple of new banners, both of which may be used for linking to this site. One directly refers to this site, the other may be used by Church of Satan members in good standing on their personal websites to declare their affiliation with the Church of Satan.
11 April, XXXVI A.S.: Today we celebrate the 71st anniversary of the birth of our founder Anton Szandor LaVey by presenting a gallery of portrait images created by several artists. If you are an artist who has done a portrait that you’d like to submit to this gallery, please send us a scan of the image. Don’t forget to include the title, if it has one.
Hail Anton Szandor LaVey!
We also have news concerning the fine Satanic publication Sinister. Editor/Publisher Magister Michael Rose has decided to end this with the upcoming third issue. The three issues will then remain available only for the rest of this year. So, get them before they are gone! $7.00 in U.S. funds for each issue ($9.00 outside the U.S.), checks, bank draughts, and money orders payable to:
Michael Rose
P.O. Box 1413
Decatur, AL 35602-1413
4 April, XXXVI A.S.: BUA Productions has just unleashed Bloody Beautiful Journal, Issue Number One, and it certainly lives up to its moniker! From the gold-foil stamped red cover, to the visual feast of interior images complementing articles on the development of men’s fashion, Ben Hecht, Ian Whitcomb, top Tin Pan Alley songs, Tiny Tim, King Ludwig II, and much more, you will find this an absolute treasure trove, completed by the inclusion of a 7" red vinyl record of Ian Whitcomb performing two hits from 1917: “They're Wearing ’Em Higher in Hawaii” and “Yaaka Hula Hickey Dula.” This is not to be missed, and a real deal at just $7.00 a copy for U.S. orders. Contact BUA Productions, 1701 Broadway #347, Vancouver, WA 98663 USA.
We updated the images of Magister Michael Rose’s altar today, which you will find through the Altar Egos page.
2 April, XXXVI A.S.: Today we present a FAQ about that legendary book, the Necronomicon, that is sure to delight and enlighten.
29 March, XXXVI A.S.: Another addition to both the Baphomet Gallery and Altar Egos pages, as well as some additions/updates on the Links page. When submitting images for Altar Egos, please send several that are different. We like to show how the altar is situated as well as having close-ups of the ritual tools. And please feel free to include descriptions of the significance of the items that make your altar unique.
22 March, XXXVI A.S.: Today we present additions to both the Baphomet Gallery and Altar Egos—enjoy! And keep those submissions coming!
Also, don’t miss these fine screen savers by Chrille Anderson. The first is a new screensaver which contains many images of Dr. LaVey, with built in wallpaper options. The second is a Baphomet Screensaver. Both are for Windows.
20 March, XXXVI A.S.: An Equisite Equinox to real Satanists everywhere! We present our updated Baphomet Gallery, with some excellent new additions, and we introduce Altar Egos, featuring images of Satanic altars by our members, as well as a survey of altars found in the classics of Satanic Cinema. Enjoy!
13 March, XXXVI A.S.: Here is Welcome to Canada, the companion article to the Rites of Spring posted yesterday, describing Magister Rose’s experience with Canadian officials.
12 March, XXXVI A.S.: We introduce today our Baphomet Gallery, in which Church of Satan artists present uniquely personal renditions based on the symbol we call the Sigil of Baphomet. We now have posted John Ruch’s article, mentioned last month, from The Other Paper under our Recent Press heading. From Magister Rose, we present a new ritual celebrating the Rites of Spring, acccompanied by images taken when this rite was recently performed in Canada. And finally there have been some updates on our Links page.
We will soon be bringing to you an online version of The Black Flame’s feature, Altar Egos, which presents images of personal altars created by members of the Church of Satan. We encourage you to submit for our consideration color images of your altars, primarily taking pictures of just the altar and ritual tools (we suggest multiple points of view, including close-up and full-frame images), as well as images including yourselves working Greater Magic at these unhallowed structures. Send color jpeg files at a resolution of 72 ppi via e-mail to the webmaster. If you don’t have access to a scanner, mail color photographs to Church of Satan, New York Contact, P O Box 499, Radio City Station, New York, NY 10101-0499. Snail-mailed photos will be placed in our archive of contemporary Satanism, and cannot be returned.
9 February, XXXVI A.S.: A new addition to our press gallery comes from The Gateway, a publication associated with the University of Alberta, Canada. This includes statements by our Canadian Representative Robert Lang.
Also, Columbus Ohio residents should pick up a copy today of The Other Paper, to read John Ruch’s article, “Stupid Question,” dealing with the issue of Satanism and President Bush’s new program intended to fund faith-based initiatives. It includes commentary by Magister Gilmore.
We also want to thank the many Satanists who are forwarding to us copies of the letters of complaint they have written to Apple Computer.
6 February, XXXVI A.S.: Today we document an exchange we have been having with attorneys who represent Apple Computer, which we think demonstrates that prejudice against the Church of Satan—here coming from a corporation that has claimed to support maverick positions—is still accepted in the current social climate which supposedly advocates tolerance, but in truth only supports points of view which do not stray from the status quo.
2 February, XXXVI A.S.: Look again to the Links Page for a couple of updates, and take a gander at the new items now offered by Action Designs.
25 January, XXXVI A.S.: Look to the Links Page for some additions/corrections. We have also provided a vintage piece from our Cloven Hoof archive, wherein Anton LaVey explains how to pronounce Enochian, as well as which keys are appropriate for certain types of rituals and ceremonies. Click on the link or visit the Theory/Practice page.
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