The Origin Of The Satanic Myth - Paperback

by H. P. Blavatsky (Author)

The Origin of the Satanic Myth is a book written by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky, a Russian philosopher, and author. The book explores the origins of the concept of Satan and the devil in various cultures and religions, including Christianity, Judaism, Islam, and ancient pagan beliefs. Blavatsky argues that the idea of Satan was not originally evil but rather represented a force of opposition or resistance to the prevailing religious or social order.Blavatsky delves into the historical and mythological roots of Satan, tracing the concept back to ancient Babylonian and Egyptian religions. She also examines the influence of Zoroastrianism, a religion that originated in ancient Persia and had a significant impact on Judaism and Christianity.Throughout the book, Blavatsky challenges traditional Christian beliefs about Satan, arguing that the devil is not a real entity but rather a symbolic representation of human vices and weaknesses. She also explores the role of Satan in literature and art, noting how the devil has been portrayed in various ways over time.Overall, The Origin of the Satanic Myth provides a fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of the origins and evolution of the concept of Satan in human culture and religion.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Secret Doctrine: Synthesis of Science, Religion and Philosophy Part 3, by H. P. Blavatsky. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766132080.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.