Article: Many of the theories and practices of Satanism are featured within The Satanic Bible, which was written by the founder of the religion, Anton Szandor LaVey. You should read the Satanic Bible prior to applying as a Satanist if possible, though it is not strictly necessary for basic membership.  The Satanic Bible is available at most book stores, as well on Amazon.com  Read literature that helped inspire The Church of Satan. to get a better idea of how you should behave. These include works by philosophers such as Friedrich Nietzche, Ayn Rand and Michael Foucault. The Nine Satanic Statements give a framework to the ideology and way of life for Satanists. Remember these statements during your journey as a Satanist in order to act in accord to the Church of Satan’s expectations.  Satan represents indulgence instead of abstinence! Satan represents vital existence instead of spiritual pipe dreams! Satan represents undefiled wisdom instead of hypocritical self-deceit! Satan represents kindness to those who deserve it instead of love wasted on ingrates! Satan represents vengeance instead of turning the other cheek! Satan represents responsibility to the responsible instead of concern for psychic vampires! Satan represents man as just another animal, sometimes better, more often worse than those that walk on all-fours, who, because of his “divine spiritual and intellectual development,” has become the most vicious animal of all! Satan represents all of the so-called sins, as they all lead to physical, mental, or emotional gratification! Satan has been the best friend the Church has ever had, as He has kept it in business all these years! These rules dictate how a Satanist should live their lives in accordance with the religion. Similar to the Ten Commandments, following these rules are meant to bring prosperity and goodness to you, and those around you. The aim of Satanism is not necessarily spreading good, but living in a way that brings you joy without harming others. The Satanic Rules reflect this. These are the Eleven Satanic Rules!  Do not give opinions or advice unless you are asked. Do not tell your troubles to others unless you are sure they want to hear them. When in another’s lair, show him respect or else do not go there. If a guest in your lair annoys you, treat him cruelly and without mercy. Do not make sexual advances unless you are given the mating signal. Do not take that which does not belong to you unless it is a burden to the other person and he cries out to be relieved. Acknowledge the power of magic if you have employed it successfully to obtain your desires. If you deny the power of magic after having called upon it with success, you will lose all you have obtained. Do not complain about anything to which you need not subject yourself. Do not harm little children. Do not kill non-human animals unless you are attacked or for your food. When walking in open territory, bother no one. If someone bothers you, ask him to stop. If he does not stop, destroy him. The Nine Satanic Sins represent the attributes that Satanists are advised to avoid at all cost. In combination with the Satanic Rules of the Earth, they create a roadmap for the Satanist to live their life honestly and productively. Avoid these sins whenever possible.  Stupidity. The Satanist should endeavor to educate himself in all things. Pretentiousness. Don’t posture as something greater than you are – this can lead to further sins. Solipsism. Do not forget that the world includes many more than just yourself. Do unto others as they do unto you. Self-deceit. Don’t act like something you know you are not. Herd Conformity. The antithesis of thinking for yourself. Lack of Perspective. Though independence is important in Satanism, do not let it cloud your judgment. Forgetfulness of Past Orthodoxies. Move forward with your future, but never forget the past. Counterproductive Pride. Pride is important for recognizing your worth, but do not let it get you in over your head. Lack of Aesthetics. Take care of yourself and your body.

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Read The Satanic Bible. Acknowledge the Nine Satanic Statements. Know the Eleven Satanic Rules of the Earth. Remember the Nine Satanic Sins.