"Diablo" <postmaster@minecofin.gov.rw> wrote in message news:<HrEc8.146$kb7.110584@newsfeed.slurp.net>...
> I am a Satanist and resent your comparison of Scientology to Satanism.
> If you would just take the time to read Anton LaVey's Satanic Bible
> you will see that modern Satanism has absolutely nothing to do with
> the perverted philosophy of Scientology. The Church of Satan does
> not represent the diverse community of Satanists, but it is the
> best known Satanic organization in the world. The Church of Satan
> does not ask for anything from Satanists, especially money. For
> $100 anyone can become a registered member of the CoS, it is a
> one-time fee and does not confer any special privileges. All you
> are promised is an embossed membership card with a pentagram on it.
> For $6.99 you can buy the Satanic Bible and learn everything there
> is to know about Satanic philosophy, there are no courses or secret
> levels. Finally, the Satanic Bible states that you are not to
> accept it at face value. You are encouraged to think for yourself
> and decide what parts of it are fantasy.
Jeez, I think it's a sign an organization has PR trouble if the SATANISTS don't want to have their name associated with it...
Peace, Toby