In Satan's Honour

Whether it was because you felt Satan’s call, or you became interested in Satanism because of another reason, you are on a path like no other. It combines the spiritual, mental, and physical and is both dark and light combined, Satan being the dark side and Lucifer being the light side. Some Satanists focus on one more than the other, but it is good to be in balance.

As a child, you may have had experiences that you didn’t understand at the time. This might have been Satan’s way of letting you know that you are one of his chosen people. He may have done this through dreams, signs, words in your mind or through manifestations. You might have been drawn to Satan and the occult and the interest has gotten stronger over time.

While other people your age are talking about clothes, music videos, dating, and the latest show, you are thinking about Satan. You would rather read about how to talk to him and how to do rituals than think about mundane issues. You may feel that you are different from others and you care about things that other people don’t such as spirituality and magick. This is because Satan’s Black Flame has been burning within you and he is revealing it to you now.

A lot of people will tell you what Satanism is but that is something you will need to learn for yourself. It is important to know that Satanism is not about what you see in the media or in horror movies. They are mostly based on stereotypical nonsense, and while they are a form of entertainment which many Satanists do like to watch, they do not teach anything valid about Satan. The same goes for music that describes Satan as ‘evil.’ This is based on what is taught about him by mainly the Abrahamic religions, but it is not true.

Satanic Organizations

One of the things you might be eager to do is join a Satanic organization. It is natural to want to become a part of something, to be around people who believe the same as you. The unfortunate thing is that most organizations won’t accept members under eighteen. This can be frustrating, but it can also be beneficial in some ways as it gives you time to research the different organizations/groups.

It is wise to find out as much as you can about a group before you join. They might look good at first glance, but their beliefs might be very different from yours. Never rush into anything. Go online and read the websites of the Satanic groups that interest you, if one stands out then dig deeper. If they have published a book, you might want to read it to get further insight into what they believe. Look on YouTube to see if they have any videos and watch them. If you are still interested, find out if they have a group on social media that you can join. Watch how they interact with each other and see what they teach. Post some questions and see how they respond to you. Learn what other Theistic Satanists say about them and if they have had good experiences.

The way in which the organization views Satan is very important. If you are a Theistic Satanist, you want to find a group that believes that Satan is a real sentient entity. Ask them questions as to what they believe about Satan’s origins, his characteristics, and what he stands for. Find out how they practice their Satanism such as the kinds of rituals they do, what holidays they celebrate, and the Demons they honour. Make sure that at the very beginning, you are aware of their ethics and any rules they might have.

Beware of groups that seem to focus more on politics than on Satanism. These types are usually created to promote hatred towards certain cultural groups and some recruit teenagers specifically. Don’t fall for it. This has nothing to do with Satanism and there is no benefit to you.

The kind of group you want would be run by devoted Theistic Satanists. These people would be serious about the Satanic religion, have many years experience, practice as well as teach the religion, and have a great love for Satan. They would care about their members and would want to help them on their Satanic path.

Parents and Family

If you are like many teenage Satanists, one of the things you may be struggling with is having a family who does not understand your beliefs. Like most people, they were probably brought up to believe that Satan is ‘evil’ and don’t understand why their child would want to follow him. If they believe in one of the Abrahamic faiths such as Christianity or Islam, they might have an even harder time with acceptance. They may not allow you to have occult books, ritual items, or anything to do with Satan in the house. They may have forbidden you to practice your religion. This has most likely made you feel angry, frustrated, and resentful as you want to be able to grow spiritually and practice like everyone else.

Even though you may not be able to set up an altar and perform rituals at home, no one can stop you from praying to Satan and meditating. You don’t need any items to do these things. The greatest altar is your heart, soul, and mind, and no one can take what you do there away from you. Depending on where you live, you might want to find a quiet place outdoors where you can get away from people and pray and perhaps do a ritual. Going for a walk while focusing on Satan can deepen your connection with him.

If you think that your parents may be open to learning about Satanism, you might want to start a dialogue with them or show them a couple of your favourite Satanic websites. Hopefully, they will take the time to listen and try to understand why you have chosen Satan as your god. By looking at websites or some books, perhaps they will see that Satanism is not what they thought it was. If you feel it is the right time, you might want to tell them how important it is to you to be able to practice your religion and that having an altar would mean a lot to you.

It is not easy having to abide by your parent’s rules, but if you are under eighteen and live under their roof, then there are certain things you must do. Once you move out on your own, you will have the freedom to do what you want. For now, concentrating on getting a good education, establishing good friendships, learning what you are good at doing, developing work skills, and strengthening your talents should be your priority.

Always take advantage of the time that you have. Even though things may be difficult for you right now, keep strong. Try your best to get along with your parents and be thankful for all that they are doing for you. If your relationship with them is stressful, try to find common ground, something you all like that you can do together. Don’t let your differences come between you. Life is too short for that.