Mark's Quill

Satanic Coloring Books Handed Out In Public Schools

The Satanic Temple is handing out Satanic coloring books and other Satan-worship literature in government (public) schools. The most recent highly publicized display is taking place at government schools in Orange County Florida. Now, before you dismiss this as another "Only in Florida" moments, be it known that this is the same group that's erecting a statue of Baphomet on the grounds of Oklahoma's statehouse right smack dab in the so-called "heartland".

Translation from picture posted by The Satanic Temple:

"Audi preces meas Satana blessed be"

(Latin: Hear my pleas)

Now, before anyone goes off half-cocked screaming for “censorship” ... consider that the censorship works both ways so think before you speak and be careful what you ask for. If you ask to censor views that oppose your own, then you must accept that your views are also subject to the same censorship. The United States was not created to operate on censorship but rather the free exchange of information and ideas ... it's just too bad that the majority of our politicians and bureaucrats are in opposition to our founding principles and in violation of our Constitution.

Personally, I think this is both good news and a wonderful teaching opportunity. It's "good news" because the acknowledgment of the existence of Satan is by default the acknowledgment of God because one can not have "evil" without also having "good" and one can claim neither without admitting the existence of a non-physical conscience. The claim of "spirits" or "ghosts" also cannot be made without acknowledging the existence of a non-physical entity (soul) which not only never dies but exists irrespective of the physical being (body). Therefore, anyone who maintains any of these beliefs to any degree must by default reject the theory of evolution since: Energy can only change state, not evolve therefore spirits or souls cannot come from the environment; evil cannot exist without good; moral conscience relies upon the existence of a moral law.

All this brings us to the primary point of this entire exercise being a wonderful teaching opportunity! First, as stated above, we have the opportunity to teach people the truth about the founding principles of our country and why we must always protect everyone's freedom to choose their way as well as their liberty to act according to their choices. As a consequence of protecting freedom and liberty, one must also understand and accept that one's freedom and liberty must not come at the expense of someone else's. Therefore, we must always defend the rights afforded to the Temple of Satan just the same as we defend the rights afforded to every other idea be it theological, anti-theological or whatever. Only those who wish to oppress others and the intellectually lame fear facts and the free exchange of ideas. This is why those who are only interested in pushing their opinion or agenda are so quick to press the “ignore” or “unfriend” button rather than let themselves give any consideration to the facts that will reveal the truth. One cannot be true to themselves unless they are willing to accept the truth that is revealed through careful examination and discussion of the ideas and evidence.

One only need look at the examples to confirm what is being said here. Socialist governments go to great lengths to brainwash their subjects into thinking they cannot survive without big nanny government caring for them. Communist governments go to extremes with censorship to prohibit their subjects from obtaining facts and participating in the free exchange of ideas. Religious cults and theocracies like the Islamic caliphates go to extremes with censorship to prevent the free exchange of ideas. All this happens because the free exchange of ideas threatens the governing body's ability to maintain control of their subjects. Speaking as a Christian, I have no objection concerning the dissemination of this satanic material in schools because anyone who is “being” a Christian parent or mentor should see this discussion opportunity for the blessing it is because all things being equal, Christians should not only be discussing the facts with their own children but also with all the non-Christians they come in contact with. Likewise, all the non-Christians should also welcome the discussions because it's a fine opportunity to present your facts and ideas as well.

Blessings!

Mark