The Little Book of Satanism
| Company type | Nonfiction book |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
| Founded | 2022 |
| Founder | La Carmina |
| Products | Book on Satanic history, culture, and wisdom |
The Little Book of Satanism: A Guide to Satanic History, Culture & Wisdom is a nonfiction work published in 2022 by author La Carmina, which delves into the development and customs of Satanism. The volume includes a foreword written by Lucien Greaves, who serves as the spokesperson and co-founder of The Satanic Temple.
Contents
This publication explores the origins of Satanism alongside figures resembling Satan in ancient Babylonian and Canaanite mythology, as well as in Zoroastrianism and the Bible. It covers Satanic groups that existed before Anton LaVey and the establishment of the Church of Satan, emphasizing the ideological distinctions from The Satanic Temple. The book also clarifies and challenges common myths and media-driven misunderstandings about Satanism.
Among the subjects discussed are historical episodes of persecution such as the Salem witch trials and the Satanic Panic, in addition to contemporary conspiracy theories including QAnon and Pizzagate. Furthermore, it showcases activism within Satanic communities, particularly efforts related to LGBTQ rights and reproductive freedom championed by The Satanic Temple.