The Oxford English Dictionary offers three definitions of the word “Satanism”:
1. A Satanic or diabolical disposition, doctrine, spirit, or contrivance. 2. The characteristics of the ‘Satanic school.’ 3. The worship of Satan, alleged to have been practised in France in the latter part of the 19th century; the principles and rites of the Satanists.
This first definition originated from An Apologie of the Church of England written by Thomas Harding (1565). During the 16th century, the word Satanism referred to both Protestants and Catholics, depending on which Christian group was using the term. The second definition refers to any writings or teachings of authors and poets such as Lord Byron/Aleister Crowley. And, the third definition refers to the actual worship of Satan as a god.
This was before the 1960's. It is the second definition I am referring to. I do not think Crowley 'Satanic' by the way.There is a difference.
If you wish to believe that Crowley was a satanist (whatever that may be?)
How does this quote fit with this one?
Even though the name Satan is mentioned it has nothing to do with Satanism and neither does it imply that Crowley was a satanist either.
either you know what a satanist is or you don't ~Rosanne