The Art of Reversal (Commentary on Gabriel’s Anarcho-Satanism)

From Aleph's Heretical Domain by Aleph Skoteinos

Satanism and anarchism have a long history together, despite the relatively recent history or rightoid or fascist Satanist movements beginning with the Church of Satan, and anarchist Satanism remains a strong and relevant current, perhaps now more than ever. So it is always important to explore the possibilities of anarchist Satanism, and in this regard I would like to bring attention to a talk was given by an anarchist Satanist (or “anarcho-Satanist”) named Gabriel at a conference on anarchist theory called the BASTARD Conference in 2017, whose contents were published in a book called Evil, The BASTARD Chronicles 2017 by Ardent Press. I had only recently heard of its existence, and had only seen the conference in the last weekend. I’ve been told that I can’t get that book anywhere anymore, but the conference is still available in the form of podcasts on the Immediatism website. Given the importance of anarchist Satanism, I believe it is worth examining Gabriel’s concept of Anarcho-Satanism.

BASTARD CONFERENCE 2023

The Berkeley Anarchist Study Group will present the 2023 BASTARD Conference on Saturday, November 11th from 12-9pm at the Omni Commons (4799 Shattuck Ave in Oakland). BASTARD is an annual gathering of presentations and conversations about anarchy. It functions as a setting for participants in the study group along with friends and accomplices to share their reflections on the beautiful idea. It also serves as a place for anarchists to encounter each other amidst the ruins, with a view towards new friendships and endeavors.

Our 2023 theme is “The Hydra”. Two heads for every one severed, the golden sword of wisdom, poisonous atrabile, apparent defeat… What do this myth and its resonances have to say for anarchists? Come find out!

BASTARD Conference 2023

The Berkeley Anarchist Study Group will present the 2023 BASTARD Conference on Saturday, November 11th at the Omni Commons (4799 Shattuck Ave in Oakland). BASTARD is an annual gathering of presentations and conversations about anarchy. It functions as a setting for participants in the study group along with friends and accomplices to share their reflections on the beautiful idea. It also serves as a place for anarchists to encounter each other amidst the ruins, with a view towards new friendships and endeavors.

BASTARD CONFERENCE 2022

A reminder that the Berkeley Anarchist Study Group will host the 2022 BASTARD Conference on Saturday, November 19 from 11am - 7pm at The Long Haul Infoshop in Berkeley, CA.

BASTARD is an annual gathering of informal, autodidactic conversations and presentations about anarchy. It functions as a forum for participants in the study group as well as guests from around the world to share their interests and pursuits. This year we celebrate 20 years of the BASTARD Conference, and over 30 of the study group which has been its launching point.

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