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In reply to the discussion: Pope Francis likens child sex abuse to 'satanic Mass' [View all]Here's the thing. It is entirely illogical, and against human nature to worship evil. Most of "Satanism" is just the demonization, no pun intended, of whatever religions were in place in whatever area they were trying to take over. The British Isles being the most famous example. Pentagrams, you name it, typically have origins in these pre-Christian religions. They needed to label the competiton as evil to get people to turn away, and they were very successful. The alleged birth of Jesus Christ takes place in the Spring in the text. Why Is it in December? Winter Solstice. Easter in the spring equinox. You can't just take things away from people, you have to offer a replacement.
The Satanic Bible was written by a guy who didn't want to pay taxes and started the church of Satan. He really worshipped Ayn Rand (surprise!), and saw it as a good way to run his scam. Yes, in the 1960s.
They invented Satanism to further their agenda. This is not a Jack Chick thing. Protestantism is just people wanting their own share of the cash and power. Why do you think he says stuff like that? They learned from the best.