Satanism and Evil

Evil is explored through the historical figure of Gilles de Rais and contemporary Satanic practices, examining the psychology of cruelty, demonic pacts, and the idea that evil can be a deliberate, spiritual choice rather than mere madness.

Des Hermies argues that Satanism is a continuous tradition from the Middle Ages to the present, embodied by Gilles de Rais and modern corrupt clergy.

The chapter is dominated by a detailed discussion of Satanic practices, including the black mass, sacrilegious use of hosts, and historical continuity of diabolism.

Durtal reflects on Satanism as an internal force, using Gilles de Rais as an example of the demonic incarnate in human souls, beyond external manifestations.

The chapter delves into modern Satanism through the figure of Canon Docre, who performs sacrilegious acts and evokes the Devil, and discusses the practice of incubacy and succubacy.