Do Satanists scare you?

Satanism is a very broad term. Religious, non-theistic satanism A.K.A LaVeyan Satanism consists of focus on the self and indulgence in one's desires. It, however, has it's own set of rules and is not the "child killing, animal sacrificing" religion some say it is. Other forms of Satanism, usually involving "Devil Worship" and obsession with evil spirits are, what I like to call, Christian Satanism, as they address the opposite side of the Christian religion. I know a few Satanists, and almost became one myself. However, I long ago came to a conclusion that I already live the way mosts Satanists do and, by default, hold most of their beliefs. Satanism doesn't scare me, so much as amuse me. To me, it just seems like an attempt to mock the Judeo-Christian religion by a man who wasn't very fond of those particular religions.

I personally do not know anyone who is or claims to be a satanist. I really do not wish to know them or bump into them. I already have enough tests and tribulations in life. I do not need these so called satanists to come into my life and test my faith. God is merciful and I am sure God has a way to deal with them.

I actually did know a teen a few yrs back who was a Satanist..really sweet kid too (we knew each other via email) and I know several ppl, including myself who've read up on, researched and learned about the various "types" of satanism etc so no I am not afraid of it at all LOL In fact, much like what Latrivia said, I already hold many of the Satanic beliefs. I live very much with a Satanic philosophy in life TO AN EXTENT...Satanism is actually a very interesting religion to study and there is absolutely nothing to fear in it at all.. I also want to say that there really is NO SUCH THING as "black magic"...Magick is just magick...there is no colour to it, it just is..

I have had several Satanist friends, and all of them have actually been very ethical and nice people. I haven't ever had any of them treat me badly, nor have I ever seen them traffic in any kind of dealings with "evil" spirits. If anything, they tend to tread "neutral" spiritual ground. The main ethical viewpoint that I've noticed and understood Satanists talking about is actually treating others how they deserve. Which means not only being kind to those who are kind to you, but also harming those who harm or threaten to harm you. I've never met a Satanist who believed in the Christian devil as an actual being, and the only people who worshiped that figure that I've known have called themselves "devil worshipers" not "Satanists".

Hi megumiart, No, satanists do not scare me. I do fear for them though. Everyone need Jesus Christ as He is the only way to Eternal Life. The Bible does warn against such acts that you mentioned and they are of the devil. With Christ, we have nothing to fear. Just pray for them! God bless:)

No they wouldn't scare me because I know the He that is in me is Greater. I have spoken to some that are into wicca and though some call it white magic, if it isn't from G♥d, then there is only one other source. Since I have only talked to this girl online, I can't say for sure how I would react to her personally, but I find that she is really a sweet girl who is searching. (the last three words are her words, not mine) And, who is to say that I haven't already been around one, just that they didn't let me know? People are all the same. So I have nothing to fear if someone is worshiping another god.

Nope..Satanists don't scare me..I am not too informed about what this cult believes in but I do think you might be misinformed as to what they do believe. I think that evil is not from people but from Satan himself..People can function as his instruments and have nothing to do with Satanism.

most of them don't even know what that means...if they knew they would run like hell

from what I heard the actual satanist is the one who worship the devil thus they are the followers of satan, their rituals include sacrificing people or animals. other than that they are just selfish self centered people, that will do unto others what others do to them. well if this is the case then probably you can call me satanist since I believe I should be kind to those who are kind to me, and cruel to those cruel to me. It's strange I do believe God exists but I've met some people claimed to be His followers in reality are not. I definitely am not the first category which is devil worshipper. I can't kill anything or anyone no matter how much I hate them. maybe I can intentionally hurt someone that hurt me, but taking their lives is something else

No they don't scare me. As long as I remain good I know I'm going to heaven. They're the ones who are going to burn in hell, so I think they're the ones who should be afraid.

No I'm more afraid of christians and muslims. Actually I am very afraid of all organized religion. I am an Atheist and do things only for myself so there is no fear of me killing in the name of god or allah or anyone else.

nope,there just like one of us...you must be afraid of what God can do to you... :-)

So can someone explain to me, whats the diffrent between devil worshiping,and satanism? i mean i kinda have the feelings, but it is confusing for me since i believe there is just one god,and on devil.. no satan.. is he like supposed to be the devils father or somthing.lol~please forgive me, I am a veary shelterd person.lol

I personally don't know anyone who is a satanist and probably wouldn't want to- they just look creepy. I don't believe in a Christian god therefore Satan doesn't exist in my eyes either. I think human life in general deals with indulging in life and pleasing oneself we all do things day to day when life is revolving that would fit this description- I don't think that is necessarily a Satanism thing. Black magic and worship of evil spirits is probably what it has more to do with. What's really creepy is that Satanism is recognized as an organized church and religion...created by Anton Levey in the 60's and he wrote the Satanic Bible- which goes over what they believe and what they call black mass. I studied them in school during an Anthropology course. I also think there might be 2 kinds of Satanists- ones that actually go to the Satanic church and ones who just want to be satanists and make it up as thego along- sacrificing animals and playing with Ouija boards-usually high school rebellious types. That's my 2 cents!

I am not afraid of "Satanist". True "Satanist" i.e. follow the "Satanic Bible" are just people who do not believe in God or the Afterlife and enjoy their current life to the fullest.

Actually I fear Christians more then I would fear a Satanist. Satanists are all about self. Christians are all about meddling in my life because they don't like what I believe.

I guess if you believe that there is a satan, then the prospect of satanism can be quite scary. I don't believe in Satan, so I don't give it much thought. I'd likely think that anyone who was practicing satanism was silly, sort of like believing in David Copperfield or Criss Angel or something. (at least they're entertaining). But then, I feel that way about organized religion as a whole, whatever the flavor.

not all stanist are associated with black magic and attracting evil spirts only the ones in it to be like that. most satanist are just non christians that dont really belive in anything. Im not a satanist but im not a christian and i dont say niether is right or wrong its the person everyone has there own calling in this life and if thats it then so what. the only satanist i would be scared of is the ones that have camps in the woods and train everyone there to be a killer and if they want out they get killed that would be the only type of satanist i would be scared of.

Satanist is a person who dedicated his life to satan. In common, satanists use the black magic to empowered their body from other enemies. They do rituals to attract evil spirit to posses their body, and make them stronger than normal people. But, ofcourse God will put satanists into hell together with their adorer (satan).

No. They don't scare me. They don't even believe in Satan. They use Satan as a symbol of their practice but they don't worship the devil. I would never want to be a satanist and not because I am afraid of it, because I don't think is right to destroyed somebody just because they hurt. I kinda like the concept of giving love to those who only deserve it. I don't know anybody who is a Satanist. I have read the Satanic bible and been to their website a couple of times.