Hello Everyone,
My name is Zachary Russell. I am a senior at Indiana University of South Bend, and am currently working on a detailed research paper on Satanism. My premise is basically to outline the core beliefs and worldviews for each sect, and to portray the negative impact narrow minded Christians and other individuals in seats of power/authority have had in forming a popular misunderstanding of what Satanism is. In order to do this effectively, I am hoping to gain a great understanding of each of the sects of Satanism and what values each holds, in order to deduce relationships, history, historical schisms or branches, and the depth of misunderstanding much of our society has fallen victim to. Any help with this project would be much appreciated, and if you could also comment with your name and connection to this group (though not necessary) it would be very helpful!!!
Please choose one or more topics you wish to provide insight on or have the greatest depth of knowledge on. Simply begin your insight with the corresponding number.
Thanks again for any help! I genuinely hope to gather a crystal clear understanding of these traditions!!
1. How was this branch founded?
2. What are your branches core beliefs (outline of the most important aspects)?
3. What are the main sects of Satanism, that you know of? Have you ever belonged to another of these groups? If so, are you still an active member of more than one Satanist group?
4. How are the different branches of Satanism interrelated?
5. What is the core purpose of this organization?
6. How would you describe Satanism?
7. What are the main differences between sects?
8. How do you view the afterlife, if any?
9. What impact does being a Satanist have on your life? Spiritually & Socially? Positively & Negatively?
10. What rituals (worship ceremonies, holiday gatherings, prayers, oaths or creeds;if any) are part of your everyday/weekly/cyclical life? What would this ritual entail or what is the process?
Thanks in advance for your help!
My name is Zachary Russell. I am a senior at Indiana University of South Bend, and am currently working on a detailed research paper on Satanism. My premise is basically to outline the core beliefs and worldviews for each sect, and to portray the negative impact narrow minded Christians and other individuals in seats of power/authority have had in forming a popular misunderstanding of what Satanism is. In order to do this effectively, I am hoping to gain a great understanding of each of the sects of Satanism and what values each holds, in order to deduce relationships, history, historical schisms or branches, and the depth of misunderstanding much of our society has fallen victim to. Any help with this project would be much appreciated, and if you could also comment with your name and connection to this group (though not necessary) it would be very helpful!!!
Please choose one or more topics you wish to provide insight on or have the greatest depth of knowledge on. Simply begin your insight with the corresponding number.
Thanks again for any help! I genuinely hope to gather a crystal clear understanding of these traditions!!
1. How was this branch founded?
2. What are your branches core beliefs (outline of the most important aspects)?
3. What are the main sects of Satanism, that you know of? Have you ever belonged to another of these groups? If so, are you still an active member of more than one Satanist group?
4. How are the different branches of Satanism interrelated?
5. What is the core purpose of this organization?
6. How would you describe Satanism?
7. What are the main differences between sects?
8. How do you view the afterlife, if any?
9. What impact does being a Satanist have on your life? Spiritually & Socially? Positively & Negatively?
10. What rituals (worship ceremonies, holiday gatherings, prayers, oaths or creeds;if any) are part of your everyday/weekly/cyclical life? What would this ritual entail or what is the process?
Thanks in advance for your help!
