Tenets and Sins

THE FIVE INFERNAL TENETS

Below are the tenets, established by Rev. Cain, that we adhere to at The Infernal Circle

DEVOTION

The Satanist should be devoted to the pursuit of self-betterment – the conquering of weaknesses, the embrace of ambition, and the prioritization of living a good and fruitful life.

As well, the Satanist should always remain devoted to the people, principles, and pursuits that they hold dear – the greatest bounties are bestow only upon those committed to their attainment.

RESILIENCE

The Satanist must be willing to weather the tempests of life - failure, derision, fear, loss, and the relentless obstacles that we are all fated to face as mortal beings.

As well, the Satanist should strive to embody the spirit of Satan - standing boldly in the face of adversity, always prepared to defend their principles, beliefs, and passions.

CLARITY

The Satanist must strive for clarity in every thought and action – learning how to analyze, plan, and act in a way that is both unbiased and true to one’s nature.

As well, the Satanist must clearly assess the road they travel – where they are, and where they wish to go. Once they have charted their path, the Satanist must stay the course – always keeping sight of the bigger picture.

AUTONOMY

The Satanist must never forfeit their autonomy to any person, hardship, or body – the spirit of Satan is that of self-governance and reasonable defiance, no matter the odds.

As well, the Satanist must aim to limit behaviors that may weaken one’s sense of autonomy – self-deceit, overindulgence, avoidance, and an overreliance on externals beyond one’s complete control.

WISDOM

The Satanist should always strive to be as informed as is possible – forever eager to learn so that they may improve themselves as both a Satanist and human being.

As well, the Satanist must learn how to apply the knowledge they gain from life and from the Left-Hand Path – knowledge is useless until it helps shape one's actions, thoughts, desires, or earthly pursuits.

THE NATURE OF OUR FAITH

These tenets are likely to conflict with the views, prejudices, and assumptions that many outsiders have, regarding theistic Satanism.

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THE THREE SINS

Below are the sins, established by Rev. Cain, that we avoid at The Infernal Circle.

FALSE JUDGMENT

The Satanist must do their best to avoid partaking in false judgment – a judgment formed without data, experience, or unbiased motives is a judgment formed solely out of emotional disturbance and should be avoided at all costs.

Any fool can judge, but only a few know how to truly think without being pulled by emotional bias.

ARROGANCE

The Satanist must do their best to tame their ego – though it is a healthy part of the Satanist's path, it is far too easy to allow one's ego to devolve into arrogance.

Arrogance is a blindfold that conceals the light of truth and poisons one's growth – it has been the folly of millions, and the Satanist must be cautious not to find themselves amongst that aimless multitude.

MALICE

The Satanist must not allow their heart to be filled with the vitriol of malice – cruelty for the sake of cruelty is a losing game for everyone involved

There are no winners in hatred – it is a poison that destroys our growth and squanders the most valuable assets that we have as human beings – time, wisdom, health, and sentiency.

OUR CONDEMNATIONS

Traditional Satanists here at The Infernal Circle strongly condemn and decry aimless malice, cruelty, and/or the persecution of individuals without due cause.

The spirit of Satan is not one of blind hatred, but rather, defiance, self-mastery, and strength – we will not offer safe harbor to those that bastardize our religion for hateful agendas.