Author: Abdul Hai Lian
Satanism (part 25)
Undoubtedly, the ideas and beliefs of Satanism have had a profound impact on the members of this cult. This influence is not limited to their outward appearance; rather, it has deeply affected their inner traits and moral characteristics, to the extent that certain qualities have come to be recognized as defining features of Satanists.
Moral Characteristics
Belief in any religion, ideology, or creed inevitably produces a set of moral and internal effects. The most significant moral and psychological consequences of Satanism include the following:
Claim of Superior Intelligence
Satanists claim that they are the most intelligent and astute individuals in human society. The leaders of this cult describe Satanism as a “religion of the elite” and emphasize that its followers are among the intellectual and innovative elites of society.
On the official website of this cult, a section is dedicated to so-called “famous personalities,” including writers, artists, actors, singers, musicians, and wealthy individuals who have allegedly embraced Satanism. This is presented as evidence to support their claim that elite individuals are drawn to Satanism.
Through tens of thousands of websites and social media pages, Satanists actively seek to recruit more followers by promoting such narratives.
According to investigations by the United States Federal Police, a number of individuals holding important governmental positions have been influenced by these campaigns and have joined this group. These reports indicate that Satanists actively recruit members from governmental and social institutions, and that this activity has reportedly extended even to places such as the Pentagon and the White House.
Based on a study published by Nisf al-Dunya magazine, a group of educators and university instructors in Egypt were found to have been drawn toward Satanism.
In reality, it cannot be denied that some educated or knowledgeable individuals may be attracted to deviant groups. However, it can be stated with certainty that not all members of such groups are, by any means, true intellectual elites.
The Holy Qur’an does not deny that such individuals may possess worldly intellect or knowledge; rather, it emphasizes that despite having intellectual capacities, they fail to grasp the truth: وَلَقَدْ ذَرَأْنَا لِجَهَنَّمَ كَثِيرًا مِّنَ الْجِنِّ وَالْإِنسِ لَهُمْ قُلُوبٌ لَّا يَفْقَهُونَ بِهَا وَلَهُمْ أَعْيُنٌ لَّا يُبْصِرُونَ بِهَا وَلَهُمْ آذَانٌ لَّا يَسْمَعُونَ بِهَا أُولَئِكَ كَالْأَنْعَامِ بَلْ هُمْ أَضَلُّ أُولَئِكَ هُمُ الْغَافِلُونَ Translation: “We have certainly created for Hell many of the jinn and humankind. They have hearts with which they do not understand, eyes with which they do not see, and ears with which they do not hear. They are like cattle—rather, they are even more astray. It is they who are the heedless.”
Emotional Coldness and Cruelty
Emotional hardness and lack of compassion are among the prominent traits associated with this cult. According to reports, the suppression of emotions among members begins immediately after initiation rituals. These practices are described as involving extreme forms of violence and moral transgression.
Such practices are reported not only among adults but also, alarmingly, to involve minors through severe abuse and coercion. These acts aim to strip individuals of natural compassion and moral restraint, resulting in extreme emotional desensitization.
As a result of undergoing such processes, members reportedly become highly ruthless individuals, showing little restraint from committing harm or moral deviation. Some reports describe cases of severe violence committed against family members or acquaintances.
Other reported practices indicative of extreme moral degradation include acts of desecration of graves and abuse of the deceased.
Weakness of Personality
According to conducted studies, weakness of personality is a common trait among individuals involved in Satanism. This claim can be supported by the following points:
a) One of the earliest reasons people deviated toward Satan-worship was fear of Satan and seeking protection from his perceived harm, despite the Qur’anic assertion: إِنَّ كَيْدَ الشَّيْطَانِ كَانَ ضَعِيفًا Translation: “Indeed, the plot of Satan is weak.”
b) Psychologists assert that most individuals who adopt or are inclined toward Satanism suffer from personality weakness, particularly instability in decision-making and lack of strong will, which leads them toward blind imitation.
c) Satanist groups often target individuals with weak self-control, as they are easier to recruit, especially when such individuals also suffer from spiritual emptiness.
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References:
- Al-Hanafi, Abdulmun‘im, Encyclopedia of Sects, Groups, Doctrines, Parties, and Islamic Movements, p. 482.
- Church of Satan, Official Website: www.churchofsatan.com.
- Al-Zoubi, Mamdouh, Worshippers of Satan, p. 60.
- Ibid., pp. 105–108.
- Nisf al-Dunya Magazine, 2001, Year 12, Issue 588.
- The Holy Qur’an, Surah al-A‘raf (7:179).
- Theology Today Magazine, Official Website.
- The Psychological State of Satan Worshippers, 2007, sehha.com.
- Al-Zoubi, Mamdouh, Worshippers of Satan, p. 98.
- Al-Sa‘udi, Muhammad Firas, Who Are the Worshippers of Satan, Damascus: Dar al-Maktabi, First Edition, 1426 AH, p. 122.
- Al-Bash, Hasan, Worshippers of Satan and Other Deviant Movements, p. 92.
- The Holy Qur’an, Surah al-Nisa’ (4:76).
- Al-Dumayt, Rima Salim, “Satan Worship as a Form of Rebellion Against Authority,” 2007; Al-Hanafi, Encyclopedia…, p. 484.
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Al-Zoubi, Mamdouh, Worshippers of Satan, p. 136.
