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Satanism: meaning, definitions and examples

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satanism

 

[ หˆseษชtษ™nษชzm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious practice

Satanism is a belief system that venerates Satan as a deity or symbol of individualism, rebellion, and freedom. It can encompass various philosophies, including atheistic and theistic interpretations. Some forms of Satanism emphasize personal empowerment and self-discovery, while others may involve rituals and beliefs centered on Satan as a supernatural being.

Synonyms

Luciferianism, demonology, devil worship

Examples of usage

  • The Church of Satan promotes atheistic Satanism.
  • Many people misunderstand Satanism as purely evil.
  • Rituals in certain branches of Satanism may include symbolic acts.
  • Satanism can be a form of philosophical exploration.

Translations

Translations of the word "satanism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น satanismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅˆเคคเคพเคจเคตเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Satanismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ satanisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฐั‚ะฐะฝั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ satanizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ตใ‚ฟใƒ‹ใ‚บใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท satanisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ satanismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸeytanizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚ฌํƒ„์ฃผ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุดูŠุทุงู†ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ satanismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ satanizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ’’ๆ—ฆไธปไน‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ satanizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ satanismi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐั‚ะฐะฝะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒขแƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸeytanizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ satanismo

Etymology

The term 'Satanism' first came into use in the 19th century, stemming from earlier references to the worship of Satan throughout history. The concept of Satan as an oppositional force to the divine can be traced back to various religious texts, including the Bible. The development of modern Satanism was significantly influenced by the writings of figures like Anton LaVey, who founded the Church of Satan in 1966. LaVey's work emphasized atheistic Satanism, viewing Satan not as a literal being but as a symbol of ultimate freedom and individualism. As a result, various interpretations of Satanism emerged, ranging from theistic worship of Satan to interpretations focused on personal empowerment and secular philosophies.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,296, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.