SatanismBelief in Satan worship is often viewed as an embarrassing throwback to the superstitions of another time. And "selling your soul to the Devil"? Nothing more than an overworked theme in literature and opera. To the contrary, Bob and Gretchen Passantino show how, in the midst of prevailing attitudes of skepticism and disbelief, Satanism has made unprecedented inroads into our society. |
Contents
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II History | 13 |
III Misconceptions About Satanism | 45 |
IV Theology | 63 |
V Witnessing Tips | 79 |
VI Selected Bibliography | 81 |
VII Parallel Comparison Chart | 85 |
VIII Glossary | 89 |
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