It was a sticky summer afternoon when it appeared. A nearly seven foot bronzed Baphomet at the foot of the Arkansas State Capitol. And, just as quickly, it was gone. For a handful of hours the goat headed, winged figure sat vigil outside the white stone building. For many, it represented the forces of evil itself. Darkness, chaos, and the void.
But to the members of the Satanic Temple, those behind the statue's appearance, the Baphomet is a symbol of equality, tolerance, and reconciliation. The use of Satan and Satanic imagery is sure to shock. After all, that's kind of the point.
But, who is Satan? And more importantly, who are his modern day followers? We'll dig into the history of the Beast, and some of the biggest sects of those who follow the Prince of Darkness to learn about their beliefs and vision for the world.
That's what you're in for today on Impolite Society.
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