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Mask Slippage—Does Faith Entitle a Right to Discriminate?

The recent SCOTUS decision in support of the evangelical Christian owners of Hobby Lobby has prompted religious leaders to drop their pretense at being a force for general solace and succor, revealing their usually masked hostility towards any who do not agree with and practice their beliefs. On the surface, to some people the consequences seemed at first to be only a minor limiting factor, denying their female employees a few of what the business’s owners consider to be forms of “abortive contraception”—defined by their principles, not those of current law. Some argue that this corporation will support other forms […]

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INDEPENDENCE DAY

Today in the USA we celebrate the founding of what was intended to be a secular republic. When properly functioning, it serves as an ongoing experiment towards attaining a societal framework allowing individuals to determine their own destiny. This is achieved via a social contract offering equity under the law which, to a certain degree, promotes meritocracy while eschewing the mob rule of democracy.  We Satanists value freedom and justice, and so we are proud to salute the bedrock rational principles and those brave and wise people who embraced them to establish this nation. But freedom does require vigilance, not […]

THE DEVIL’S ADVOCATES

Tim Elliott of the Sydney Morning Herald presents a lighthearted article recounting his Walpurgisnacht spent with several Church of Satan members near Brisbane, Australia.

VALENTIN SCHWARZ: THE THREE TENORS — ONLINE AUCTION!

THE THREE TENORS / an original by Valentin SchwarzOil / blood / Mixed MediaFramed 60×40 cm Valentine Schwarz, known for his noir works in photography, film and music, for the first time in years has wrought a new brush painting in expressionistic color. Since the response to his earlier exclusive pieces has been large, this picture will be auctioned exclusively online. The auction begins now and runs until July 1st, 2014, and commences with a starting bid of $200. Bids can be sent via email directly to Valentin Schwarz. You are immediately notified if outbid or the high bidder. [email protected] With […]

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SUPERLATIVE SOLSTICE!

From Trader Peg’s Voodoo Lounge here in The Black House, we offer our Solstice greetings to all in harmony with the Earth’s seasonal changes! In the Northern Hemisphere we experience the longest day of the year as sultry Summer begins. You folks in the Southern Hemisphere will enjoy the least amount of daylight hours as Winter begins its chilly reign.  Wherever you might be, it is always a delight to celebrate the glories of nature and the abundant pleasures that life offers! Here’s to a splendid new season filled with indulgence galore! —Magus Peter H. Gilmore

REVEREND CORVIS NOCTURNUM ON SIMPLICITY RADIO

Host Brian Treybig speaks with our Reverend Corvis Nocturnum about Satanism, the paranormal, and his many projects including those in print, video and his upcoming speaking engagements.

Old-Time Whiskey Punch

High Priestess Nadramia and Magister Netherworld (cocktailvultures.com) craft magical potions for your pleasure. They continue a practice begun by Dr. LaVey in the chapter “E.S.P.: Extra Sensual Projection” from his book The Satanic Witch. Satanists enjoy well-chosen and wisely moderated indulgences, so follow the Cocktail Vultures motto: “Always drink responsibly; always drink well.” Cheers! To life!