INTERNAL AFFAIRS

The founders of Real Satanism are only two people, Agnes Farias and Delcia Farias. At this time, we have not appointed a High Priest or Priestess, nor have we given anyone the authority to make such appointments on our behalf. This is not a decision we take lightly. The weight, meaning, and responsibility of such a role require serious reflection and great care.

It is important to make clear that if, in the future, someone were to be elevated to the position of High Priest or Priestess, that recognition would exist strictly within the doctrine and guidelines of Real Satanism, not to Satanism as a whole. Our path is our own, distinct and independent from other branches. Any decision of this kind would be based solely on the principles, criteria, and responsibilities relevant to our own branch, and to those who genuinely follow it.

We deeply respect all religious beliefs and perspectives. We do not interfere, nor do we support any attempt to interfere, in the internal matters, religious practices, or decisions of other branches or faiths. In return, we expect the same respect for our own internal affairs. To put it simply, it would be no different from a Catholic priest trying to challenge the ceremonies of a pastor in a Protestant church, or trying to impose conditions on how those ceremonies should take place.

If we truly want to encourage peace within Satanism, then that peace must begin with mutual respect among the different branches that are serious about their beliefs, practices, and purposes. Each group should remain focused on its own responsibilities, while allowing others the same freedom to govern their own path.

It is equally important to understand the difference between an alliance and a fusion. An alliance is a form of collaboration in which each group preserves its own identity, beliefs, practices, and philosophy. A fusion, by contrast, involves one group being absorbed into another, forming a single body with shared beliefs and practices. For this reason, respect must always remain at the centre.

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