FAQ:Satanael
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Who is Satanael?
Is Satanael the same name as Satanail, Satanel, or Sataniel?
Yes. Satanael, Satanail, Satanel, and Sataniel are variant spellings of the same name.
Who does Satanael love the most?
He loves himself more than anyone or anything else. His actions are primarily driven by his love for himself.
What are the other names of Satanael?
Some of his other names include Azazel, Helel, Belial, and Beelzebul (Ba'al-Zebul). In other traditions, he is commonly called Satan or Lucifer, but these names are not fully accurate.
Is Satanael a god?
Yes, he is considered a god by Satano-Grigorists and other Theistic Satanists.
What is Satanael the god of?
Liberation, pride, pleasure, knowledge, confidence, and the Virtues of the Self (self-love, self-respect, self-awareness, self-reliance, and self-determination).
Is Satanael the same as Satan?
Yes, Satanael is the same as the being who is typically referenced by the name "Satan" (i.e. the Devil). However, Satan is not a precise name, as it can also be used to refer to Samael.
Is Satanael the same as Lucifer?
Yes. Lucifer is a mistranslation of Helel, which is another name for Satanael.
Is Satanael the same as Helel?
Yes, the names Satanael and Helel refer to the same being.
Is Satanael the same as Samael?
Is Satanael the same as Azazel?
Yes, the names Satanael and Azazel refer to the same being.
Is Satanael the same as Baphomet?
No. Baphomet is an esoteric symbol representing balance and duality in existence, not a real being. The resemblance between Baphomet and the goat-headed form of Satanael is coincidental.
Is Satanael the Devil?
Yes, Satanael is the being known as the Devil in the Abrahamic religions. However, the Yahwist portrayal of him as malevolent is inaccurate.
What is the meaning of Satanael's title, "God of the Self"?
Satanael's identity as the God of the Self means that he is a god who promotes values related to the improvement, growth, and ascendance of the Self. He is driven by his love and respect for himself above all else.
What is the difference between Satanael and Satan?
There is no difference between Satanael and the being who is most commonly addressed by the name "Satan" in English. They are the same. However, the name "Satan" has also been used to refer to other beings, such as Samael, so not every use of the name "Satan" actually refers to Satanael.
What is the difference between Satanael and Lucifer?
According to Satano-Grigorism, they are the same being. Some other occultists distinguish them from each other.
Is Satanael a Watcher?
No, Satanael is not one of the 200 Watchers.
Is Satanael the King of Hell?
Does Satanael demand sacrifices?
No, Satanael does not demand sacrifices. To earn his respect, his followers strive to integrate his values into their lives. They maintain a reverent relationship with him through regular prayer and ritual.
Does Satanael want to destroy the world?
No, Satanael has no desire to destroy the world. He teaches that humans should live fulfilling lives and enjoy the pleasures of the world while they are in it.
Does Satanael hate humanity?
No, Satanael does not hate or want to deceive humanity, contrary to what Yahwists claim. He finds humans interesting.
Does Satanael love humanity?
No, Satanael does not love humans. The help received by his followers is not a result of selfless emotional love; it is a result of his respect for those who make efforts to emulate his values.
What is Satanael's relationship with the Watchers?
He is aligned with them due to similar values. He assisted the Watchers during their rebellion by granting them the power they needed to rebel, which earned their eternal gratitude.
Is Satanael the leader of the Watchers?
No, but he is highly respected by the Watchers because he granted them the power they needed to rebel against Yahweh.
What does "Prince of the Watchers" mean?
It is an honorary title bestowed upon Satanael by the Watchers out of gratitude for his assistance in their rebellion. It does not mean he is a Watcher or a leader of the Watchers.
What is the relationship between Satanael and Samyaza?
They are two different, but aligned, beings. Satanael respects Samyaza as the leader of the Watchers, and Samyaza respects Satanael for his values and his important gift to the Watchers that allowed their rebellion.
Did Satanael participate in the Great Descent?
He did not incarnate or have children like the Watchers did, but he did assist the Watchers and their allies in winning the Brazen War.
What is Satanael's relationship with Yahweh?
Satanael views Yahweh with disdain, as a weak and insecure tyrant who is mere scum not worthy of his attention. Yahweh, on the other hand, actively despises Satanael and considers him a bitter enemy.
Does Satanael hate Yahweh?
No, because Satanael considers Yahweh too far beneath him. Actively hating Yahweh would be a waste of his time and energy. He merely has a passive disdain and lack of respect for Yahweh.
Is Satanael evil?
No. Objective good and evil do not exist, and in the subjective view of Satano-Grigorists, Satanael is virtuous.
Is Satanael considered a demon?
That depends on the definition of "demon" being used. Satano-Grigorists generally do not use the word "demon." Yahwists may consider him to be a demon.
Why do Satano-Grigorists worship Satanael?
Satano-Grigorists worship Satanael because they admire his values and teachings; they pray for his guidance and assistance in elevating themselves as they progress along his path.
How is Satanael worshipped in Satano-Grigorism?
Satano-Grigorists worship Satanael through prayers, rituals, and offerings. Physical offerings are burnt in a fire-safe bowl. Sexual offerings do not require a bowl, but not all Satano-Grigorists do them.
Does Satanael own his followers' souls?
No, Satanael does not own his followers' souls, and it is not actually possible for humans to sell their souls to him.
Is Satanael the supreme god in Satano-Grigorism?
No; there is no supreme god in Satano-Grigorism.
Do Satano-Grigorists worship Satanael more than the Watchers?
Most Satano-Grigorists give Satanael and the Watchers as a group equal reverence.
Can someone worship Satanael without worshipping the Watchers?
Yes, and it is very common. Other kinds of Theistic Satanists worship Satanael either alone or alongside other beings, such as the Goetic demons.
Can someone worship Satanael without joining the Grigorist Temple of Satanael?
Yes, it is possible to worship Satanael outside of Satano-Grigorism. Other Satanic religions and independent forms of Satanism also exist.
Can someone share the same beliefs on Satanael without being Satano-Grigorist?
Yes, it is possible to believe in and worship Satanael independently while believing the same things about him that Satano-Grigorists do.
Why is Satanael associated with rebellion?
Because he is a deity associated with liberation and actualization of personal desires. These things often require rebelling against any authority that stands in the way of achieving them.
Why is Satanael associated with knowledge?
Knowledge is relevant to elevation of the Self. Being equipped with more knowledge allows one to make more educated decisions and live a more fulfilling life.
What is Satanael's relationship with Selfism?
Selfism is a system of personal ethics founded on Satanael's values. It is designed to integrate Satanic values into their lives and relationships with people.
What does the name Satanael mean?
It literally means "adversary god," which can be interpreted as "adversarial god" or "adversary of El." (When "El," meaning "God," is used as a proper noun, it is one of the names that has been used for Yahweh.)
What ancient texts use the name Satanael?
The Second Book of Enoch and the Questions of Bartholomew are two parabiblical texts that refer to the Devil specifically as Satanael or Satanail.
What is the mythological origin of Satanael's name?
In Satano-Grigorist scripture, he is referred to as Azazel before the Watchers bestow the name Satanael upon him (along with the title "Prince of the Watchers") for his contribution to their rebellion.
What does the “-el” in Satanael mean?
It means "god." It is derived from a common Semitic root. Versions of it appear in various Semitic languages as el, il, or al.
Does Satano-Grigorism have a different view of Satanael than the ancient texts?
Because the surviving ancient texts that reference Satanael are mostly Yahwist, they primarily portray Satanael as evil and malevolent. Satano-Grigorists, in contrast, view him positively.
How is the Christian Satan different from the Satano-Grigorist conception of Satanael?
Christianity portrays Satanael (usually called Satan) as a being created by Yahweh who succumbed to the sin of pride, after which he became a malevolent spirit who tries to lead Christians astray. Satano-Grigorism denies that Satanael was created by Yahweh, that he was ever an angel, and that he is evil or malevolent.
How does Satanael differ from the Satan of Judaism?
Do all theistic Satanists worship Satanael?
Yes, theistic Satanists worship Satanael. They may call him by other names, most commonly Satan or Lucifer, or have beliefs about his nature that disagree with Satano-Grigorism, but they still worship Satanael.
What does Satanael look like?
Satanael is a shapeshifter who can appear in any form he desires. Recorded forms include a black goat or goat-headed man, an eagle, a handsome dark-haired man with horns, a resplendent colorful winged spirit, a red dragon, a black dog resembling a German Shepherd, and a variety of serpent-like or dragon-like forms.
Does Satanael have wings?
He can appear in any form. Some of the forms he has appeared in are winged, while others are not.
What are Satanael's symbols?
He is often associated with the inverted pentagram, goats, serpents, dragons, grapes and grapevines, and the color black.
Does Satanael have a sigil?
He has multiple. The inverted pentagram is most commonly used as a sigil for him, but there are also other valid symbols, such as the Sigil of Lucifer.
What kinds of offerings does Satanael prefer?
He enjoys dragon's blood resin, copal resin, bay leaves, and pieces of shed snakeskin. He can also receive offerings of blood, animal sacrifices, or sexual offerings.
Does Satanael have a sacred holiday?
Two sacred occasions, each lasting two days, are observed in honor of Satanael. Marziḥu Azazu'il, the Sacrament of the Goat, falls on December 21-22, the winter solstice. Marziḥu Huleli, the Sacrament of the Shining One, is celebrated on June 20-21, the summer solstice.
Is there a difference between Satanael's two holidays?
Yes. Marziḥu Azazu'il, his winter holiday, focuses more on his carnal aspects and is celebrated with indulgence in physical pleasures. Marziḥu Huleli, his summer holiday, is centered on his more abstract or intellectually elevating aspects.
Can people communicate with Satanael?
Yes, people can and do communicate with Satanael.
Does Satanael answer prayers?
Yes, Satanael does answer the reasonable prayers of his respected followers. However, there is no guarantee that every single prayer can or will be answered.
Can Satanael appear to humans?
Yes, he appears in mind's eye visions or dreams.
Is Satanael omnipotent?
No. Satanael is powerful, but his power is finite, like that of every other god.
Is Satanael omniscient?
No. Satanael is wise and knowledgeable, but his knowledge is finite, like that of every other god.
Did Satanael create the universe?
No, Satanael did not create the universe. As a god, he does not have the power of creation ex nihilo.
Does Satanael rule the spiritual realm?
No. Satanael is a powerful and influential god, but neither he nor any other god rules the spiritual realm.
Where does Satanael exist in Satano-Grigorist cosmology?
Satanael inhabits the spiritual realm, the same realm of reality in which other spiritual beings and the spirits of the dead dwell.
Is Satanael immortal?
Yes, Satanael is immortal, like other immortal spiritual beings.
Does Satanael punish people for disobeying him?
No, Satanael does not punish anyone for disrespecting him, disregarding his advice, refusing his requests, or deciding to no longer worship him. However, he may decide to stop helping or interacting with them.
What does Satanael want from humans?
He does not demand anything of humans, but he enjoys seeing his followers strive to reflect his values and improve themselves.