Grigorist Temple of Satanael
The Grigorist Temple of Satanael (GToS) is a Satanic religious organization that defines and maintains the religion of Satano-Grigorism. All Satano-Grigorists are members of the Temple, and all members of the Temple are Satano-Grigorists.
Structure
The Grigorist Temple of Satanael currently has four titles (or "tiers") that members can hold. Three of the tiers are based purely on experience and advancement in Satano-Grigorist study and practice, while the fourth — kāhinu, or Elder — is reserved for Temple leadership.
The Temple is meant to have more than one kāhinu, and it runs optimally with three or more. However, it can run with only one if no suitable members exist to become additional kāhinūma.
Eligibility criteria for membership
To be eligible for membership to GToS, an aspirant must meet the following criteria.
- The aspirant has thoroughly read the Satano-Grigorist Pocket Guide.
- The aspirant agrees with the core Beliefs and rejects the listed incompatible beliefs and practices listed by the Temple.
- The aspirant has a rational basis for their alignment with Satano-Grigorist beliefs.
- The aspirant's subjective personal values align comfortably with Satano-Grigorist moral principles, such as Selfist ethics.
- The aspirant is ready and willing to commit to Satano-Grigorism, including the study and discipline required to progress within it.
- The candidate understands that they will be expected to take the religion seriously and practice it to the best of their ability.
Joining the Temple
The Seeker's Pledge
Upon acceptance, an aspirant is presented with the Seeker's Pledge by a kāhinu or kāhinatu. This Pledge does not bind the person to the Temple or the Satano-Grigorist faith in any way. It is an agreement to pursue truth and the virtues of the Self taught by Satanael and the Watchers. This process is known within the Temple as "pledging in."
Entry
After someone has accepted the Seeker's Pledge offered by a kāhinu, they are no longer an aspirant; they have officially become a member of the Grigorist Temple of Satanael.
Immediately after pledging, a new member will be given access to the Temple's private communities for religious