Why do people hate satanists?

I am a Satanist and whenever I telll anybody they automatically start hating me. Why is that. Why can't people accept me for who I am? I don't think a person's religion should matter to others so much. I have friends with a lot of religious backrounds and I don't treat them differently because of that. Why do people treat me with disrespect when I tell them my religion?

to tell you the truth I think its the name 'satanist' that scares people off or makes them dislike you. Its not right but people are really quick to judge and maybe they haven't heard of it and think you're weird only because you're different from what they believe. Just keep faith in what you believe in and if they don't accept you for who you are they don't deserve to be your friend anyway.

I am a Buddhist, and people dislike me for that. I think the reason for this absurd judgement is the fact that they don't understand our point of view. I don't understand Satanism, but I respect people who are. Bais is normally based on not understanding, or simply being afraid of the unknown. Whatever you are, show your true colors.

~~plainwhitets

k I tried to post an answer and my browser crashed. these are my thoughts. people are ignorant. it happens. a lot of people fear what they dont know or understand. I used to be one of them. I am not a satanist, but I have read the satanic bible and I tend to agree with a lot of the views and concepts. if you have an issue with people dissing you, challenge them to read it front to back. Dont let anyone tell you what you can and cant believe. Dont let anyone tear you down for what you stand for. noone can live your life but you.

people in my college dont dislike me..but they do not accept me because I'm not SOCIABLE enough...it's a sad world we live in...I don't know nething about satanism..but my parents are south indian christians(chrisitans from the Indian state of kerela..)that makes a christian I guess..but I really do not practise christianity myself..although ihve been brought up as a chrisitan..but you know what I think people dont like anyone who doesnt follow what the majority does..or SEEMS to be doing..and parents dont help either let me tell. you...I had a chat with my mum whose a chiristian and she believe that you should follow the system put in place by the government if you wish to live a peaceful life..and she is a really nice mum...no problems with her methods of parenting..but you know..I think nething outside the norm..is met with a definite no no!!..in your case as you feel ure belief system satanism...and in my case my reserved nature..

Most people assume that Satanists worship the powers of evil. If that's not true, they should change the name of their religion.

Look sweetie nobody hates you 4real, they might just not understand you because of different religions. I mean what made you become these things in the first place?

I agree with everyone else, but to be honest, the name is an instant negative...and typically, anythiing that has to do with satanic standards turns most people off even if all they hear is the name. unfortunaltely for you, the majority of people follow christianity so I guess they hate you for the same reason washington state huskies hate the cougars. rivalry. but yes, people are too quick to judge and are uneducated...so consider them a waste of time

I would say because there were a lot of satanic cults years ago even today they excist but are more underground. There were cases of animal torcher and sacrifising babys etc. Thos images are hard to get out of peoples minds. If I hear satanic I imediately think killing sacrifice etc. Sorry but thats just what I think when I hear it.

I am a Christian. doesnt mean I hate you. I know not to make fun of people. but when someone put up an argument as to why your religion is false you have to know your stuff. I've been called the whole list of bad names and dont really care because I treat them as I would want to be treated. even though are religions totally clash I still know my morals and wouldnt care what you are.

I don't hate Satanists. I actually envy them to an extent - self indulgence is one of the best things about being human.

I just don't agree with most of your other ideas.

But no. Hate is too strong a word.

Not even dislike is how I feel... Moreso indifference. If at that.

I am a Christian and many people don't like me.

You can please some of the people some of the time, but, you will never please all of the people all of the time.

As for the reactions that you are getting, Christians, and most other folk,for that matter, believe that Satan is the author of all the evil in the world, and the exact opposite of God, and everything that is good.

I think it would take some kind of extreme turnaround, for people to think otherwise.

People fear what they don't understand. Most people have no idea what Satanism even is about. But if you don't like the reactions you get, just don't tell people.

I'm an atheist, but I don't go around announcing it for the same reason. Even if someone asks, I'll usually respond with 'I'm a rationalist and a philosophical naturalist'. It means the exact same thing, but it doesn't sound threatening.

You might call yourself a LaVeyan instead?

Do NOT be a satanists it is wrong!

I believe the Bible and it clearly tells us what happens to Satan and his followers - they'll be cast into the Lake of Fire forever - not the destination I'd choose but certainly you've free will to make your own personal choice - I respect your right to do so - who knows, maybe you'll have a Damacus road experience before it's too late.

I guess if you worship Satan that means that you also believe in God, which is a good thing in and of it's self.

Most people know that God is goodness and love while Satan is just the opposite, evil and hate. So, I suppose that when people hear that someone worships the being who caused all the evil; suffering and pain...in our world they probably can't imagine why anybody in their right mind would want to.

Also, since Satan is evil people probably think you are evil too..Just like people think if you are a Christian you are probably a pretty good person...

because thats what people do. everybody hates something. you cant please everybody and you shouldnt try. theres always going to be people who hate you or what you believe in. but theres always going to be people who love you and love your religion as well. believe in yourself, stay true to yourself and you beliefs. and accept the cost. dont pay any attention to what other people say and dont let them change you

Youi have another thread saying your Wiccan

I kind of got the idea from LaVey that the whole point of using the name 'Satanist' was for shock value. If so, a strong person will shake off the fear of others and stand tall anyway.

And yes, I think Silverwings is right - people associate Satan with evil and that's not going to change anytime soon.

As a satanist, can you explain the correlation of Yankee Rose and Libertas? Was Mr. Levy, an illuminati? Perhaps at your next black mass you can inquire for me. I'm almost certain of the latter. Haven't been able to completely deduce the former.

because people are ignorent and only want to think that there way is the only way

Satanism is like a fake religion.