"Then why the name Satanism?" that will be the question which arise in mind. According to Satanists point of view, Satanism is quite the opposite, hence the term "Adversary". That is their quite simple answer for the name!

Satanism is not in any way Devil-worshipping. In fact, the word Satan was chosen for many reasons, but none was for the approval of the worst acts that man could commit to another. The word "Satan" originates from a transliteration of the Hebrew word "an opposer" or "an accuser" or “the rebel”. And therefore a Satanist is someone who follows this route - the opposition.

Satanism is the acknowledgment of man’s best and worst, and that there is no supreme God that rules you. Between religions and within religions, people have their own personal idea of what god is.

Satanism means "the opposition" and epitomizes all symbols of nonconformity. Satanism calls forth the strong ability to turn a liability into an advantage, to turn alienation into exclusivity.

Satan is not a real, living entity, conscious or a physical thing that can be interacted with. It is a symbol, something ethereal, something that basically doesn't exist except as an emotional attachment and personal dream.

That all good is based on evil: That love and altruism are both selfish and carnal. Satan represents all of this evil which in turn creates all good. Without our evil sides we are lost and Satan represents acceptance of this.

Satan tells mankind: Search for knowledge, even in taboo places. Satan represents doubt. The role of Satan is very much relevant to our lives and our search for knowledge. Without the wonderful element of doubt, the doorway through which truth passes would be tightly shut.

"Man has always created his gods, rather than his gods creating him" (The Satanic Bible: part of Book of Lucifer 1:1).

The Origin of Satanism is traced back thousands of years in various false forms. In some literature Satanism is regarded as a literal worship of various Demons and Deity’s. But, Modern Satanism can only be traced back to 1966 when Anton LaVey shaved his head, performed a ritual and declared the formation of the “Church of Satan.”

In 1969 LaVey wrote the Satanic Bible which would prove to be the bedrock for modern Satanism. To date it has sold nearly 1,000,000 copies world wide and has been translated into several languages.

Satanism has always been about being an individual, it therefore makes sense that regardless of organizational politics. The primary focus should be on the individual. It has become a bit cliché yet it still hold true that you do not have to join any organization to be a Satanist. Only you can determine where you want to go in life. Satanism is the Bedrock philosophy of human existence.

Satanists are concerned with living life and enjoying the things that make life worth living for them, and have no need for all of the bells and whistles and pointless esoterica offered by most religions. Satanism is straightforward; it was designed to avoid the countless interpretations and intentionally muddled 'mystery' of other religions.

The real exploration that Satanism offers is an exploration of the self. When a Satanist comes across The Satanic Bible, it often instantly resonates with the individual as truth easily observable in the world around him. The challenge comes in looking at one's own life through this lens and applying Satanism to achieve what one truly desires.

1) Stupidity (Foolishness) - The top of the list for Satanic Sins. This is termed as the Cardinal Sin of Satanism. It's too bad that stupidity isn't painful. Ignorance is one thing, but our society thrives increasingly on stupidity. It depends on people going along with whatever they are told. Satanists must learn to see through the tricks and cannot afford to be stupid.

2) Pretentiousness - Empty posturing can be most irritating and isn't applying the cardinal rules of Lesser Magic.

3) Solipsism – It can be very dangerous for Satanists. Projecting your reactions, responses, and sensibilities onto someone else who is probably far less attuned that you are. It is the mistake of expecting people to give you the same consideration, courtesy, and respect that you naturally give them. They won't.

4) Self-Deceit (Self Cheating) - It is another cardinal Satanic sin. We must not pay homage to any of the sacred cows presented to us, including the roles we are expected to play ourselves. The only time self-cheating should be entered is when it is fun, and with awareness. But then, it's not self-cheating!

5) Herd Conformity (Group Traditionalism) - That's obvious from a Satanic stance. Only fools follow along with the herd, letting an impersonal entity dictate to you.

6) Lack of Perspective (Lack of Viewpoint) - You must never lose sight of who and what you are, and what a threat you can be, by your very existence.

7) Forgetfulness of Past Orthodoxy's - Be aware that this one of the keys to brainwashing people into accepting something as "new" and "different," when in reality it's something that was once widely accepted but is now presented in a new package.

8) Counterproductive Pride - The first word is important. Pride is great up to the point you begin to throw out the baby with the bathwater. The rule of Satanism is if it works for you, great. When it stops working for you, when you've painted yourself into a corner and the only way out is to say, "I'm sorry, I made a mistake, I wish we could compromise somehow," then do it

9) Lack of Aesthetics - This is the physical application of the Balance Factor. It is important in Lesser Magic and should be cultivated. Aesthetics is a highly personal thing, reflective of one's own nature, but there are universally pleasing and harmonious configurations that should not be denied