Tomorrow begins year L, Anno Satanas. As we enter into the 50th year of the existence of the Church of Satan, we have chosen to reflect on the vitality of our philosophy as it has been applied by our members towards the enhancement of their lives. We invite all of our members worldwide to contact us to let us know about themselves and how Satanism has played a role in the pursuit of their goals. In celebrating the continued growth of our organization, we have plans to honor this landmark, beginning on Walpurgisnacht of this year, 2015 c.e. and culminating […]
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New Article – Helle discusses Dr. LaVey’s Personality Synthesizer Clock, featuring Magistra Blanche Barton, Magistra Waytz, Witch Marilyn Mansfield and many more.
Legendary Locals of San Francisco’s Richmond, Sunset, and Golden Gate Parkby Lorri Ungaretti 128 pages, with more than 150 photos Paperback, ISBN 978-1-4671-0177-6 Price: $21.99 Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Legendary Locals who Contributed to Three San Francisco Neighborhoods “Author Lorri Ungaretti … captures a rich history of what was once heralded as the “western desert of San Francisco.” Ungaretti rediscovers the stories of the heroes, famous (Barbara Eden, Johnny Mathis, Ansel Adams) and infamous (Anton LaVey), who turned a bleak section of San Francisco into a vibrant, colorful, and thriving multicultural community… . “This book will quench your appetite for local […]
In the UK: Scarlet Imprint £200 (hand bound) £40 (standard)In the US: Underworld Amusements $69 (standard)Limited editions: 530 standard hardback & 53 hand-bound copies 230 × 210 mm, 176 pp Reasonances is an anthology of selected essays, lectures and interviews by occultural pioneer Carl Abrahamsson. A subversive, creative, psychedelic collection of 23 essays spanning thirteen years at the forefront of occulture and magic, an interview with the author by Sylvie Walder. The unifying question of this diverse and stimulating collection can perhaps be stated thus: how does magic hack culture? Or perhaps even: what is the role and magic of the artist? Abrahamsson proposes strategies of engagement […]
If you click on the above image you may read a fine article by Abby Ohlheiser published today by The Washington Post regarding a statement Magus Gilmore made yesterday on our news feed. In his response to Ms. Ohlheiser’s questions, Magus Gilmore pointed out that he holds the media accountable for misrepresenting devil worshippers as Satanists, which leads to their audience being misinformed, and that journalists should take care to make such issues clear to their readers because of the consequences that can result from such misunderstandings. We thank Ms. Ohlheiser for presenting our position on this and other issues, but […]
In “The Devil’s Notebook," LaVey wrote that the shapes and layouts of buildings — especially the nefarious trapezoid — can affect the people inside, provoking "emotional imbalance and ensuing acts of violence.”
Novelist Patrick Quinlan explores a future wherein high end “sexbots” can fulfill lustful desires, but also serve as vessels for human consciousness to survive death. We suspect that Anton LaVey would be pleased to see the continued vitality of his theories regarding the fast-approaching viability of artificial human companions. Here’s an intriguing review. Purchase your copy of SEXBOT: paperback / Kindle
At the Brooklyn Museum in New York, a special exhibition is celebrating the art of the high-heeled shoe. “Killer Heels” reminds me of Magus Anton Szandor LaVey’s essay, “The Witch’s Shoe as Weaponry,” in which he suggests methods for utilizing this icon of feminine power as an actual weapon of self-defense. LaVey also details the aesthetic magic of high heels in The Satanic Witch. “Killer Heels,” open until February 15, 2015, is surely a worthwhile pilgrimage for witches and any other, ahem, enthusiasts. Satan Speaks: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0922915660/churchofsatan The Satanic Witch: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0922915849/churchofsatan – Warlock M. Mandrake
Olan Thomas interviews Magus Peter H. Gilmore for his “Truth Behind Religion Series.” Magus Gilmore speaks to many topics, addressing occultism of the past, conspiracy theories, some historical aspects of the Church of Satan as well as Dr. LaVey’s views regarding magical practice.