Recently the Cult of Cthulhu interviewed Szandora LaVey asking her nine questions related to Satanism. This is one of the few times she’s been so candid with her thoughts on Satanism and reveals a much more personal outlook devoid of the normally dry and academic viewpoints common in some satanic circles.

While each question is an excellent one, questions No. 7 and No. 3 are particularly telling. The answers given shed light on what most Satanists currently abide by to some degree. In the years following Dr. Anton LaVey’s death Satanism has been continuously retooled by those who want to see it survive. How effective that’s been is too early to tell but the fact people still cite Satanism as a strong part of who they are without the influence of official channels is pretty impressive. Whatever one’s view of the current Church of Satan is one has to admit more people have discovered the works of Dr. Anton LaVey today through curiosity or their local major bookseller than through anyone or anywhere else.

In reading through the full interview question No.9 in particular shows Szandora’s strong understanding of what Satanism was vs. what it can still be. While she has never hidden her satanic beliefs she has stood alone with them at times. That challenge of keeping Satanism sexy, fun, and potent continues as evidence with her founding of this site. Now community and more importantly action in numbers has been added to the mix. The elitist nature of Satanism has often been abused confusing many as to the purpose of a modern satanic community. More than ever we are a society of groups, organizations, and collectives. Even our social lives can be boiled down to whatever scene we hang out in. Giving modern Satanism and Satanists that same outlet and tools should be a given not a weakness.

The full interview may be found here!

Things are still being formed behind the scenes so apologies for the lack of posts lately. Thankfully things should get rolling soon! We thank all for your support and kind words. Without all of you this site & blog can go nowhere and all involved eagerly await sharing their hard work.

In the mean time give the Nick Bougas film Speak of the Devil a look as it gives a rare peek into the life and legacy of Dr. Anton LaVey. It’s a wonderful piece of history now since it’s some of the only footage of Dr. Anton LaVey’s infamous haunts, hobbies, and home. A highlight for me comes near the end with Father Larry Wessel, his story I think is one many of us can relate too.

Hail Satan!

Dr. Anton Szandor LaVey

Are You A Witch? It’s a simple enough question but one that requires a certain amount of knowledge for an individual to honestly answer. As a result the idea for a site dedicated to the arts of the Satanic Witch goes back far in the mind of its guiding hand and patron, Szandora LaVey. Those involved strive to make SatanicWitchery.com the leading resource for the modern Satanic Witch. While the full site and its features are still shrouded in the veils of development, regular updates and special content will be featured here alongside daily blog posts and assorted surprises.

The Compleat Witch (1971) The Satanic Witch (1989)

Honoring a piece of work like The Satanic Witch is not a simple task. Dr. Anton LaVey pieced together with Diane LaVey a book of such depth and practical use that for some the book is heavily engrained into who they are. That personal connection makes it difficult to approach objectively let alone from a totally alien viewpoint. Yet such a challenge is one those involved with this site are willing to take on. With it comes the responsibility to present the ideas the text raises in a current context while preserving their original meaning. All involved are excited about the potential for this site and for the opportunity to highlight and honor the true Satanic Witch.