Just because someone is a goth does this mean they are a Satanist?
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Goth is a kind of music that has developed subgenres--and therefore, it has become its own subculture.  It has nothing to do with Satanism.  Goths can be Satanists, but they can be of any other religion, too.
988955
To some ppl it is like putting up a flag to other "freakies" that they are one. I think it is a waste of time to put that much effort into your looks, esp. to look so weird. The look is music-based, so that has something to do with it. The whole mindset is industrial-music based anti-mainstream (which is no longer true) with drug overtones. It is not common to come across a goth that doesn't do drugs or at least drink. This is another reason to put up the "flag"- drug connects. They also are (for the most part) elitist...and kinda snobby. That is also an appeal for some people\n\nMost grow out of this Goth thing by their mid twenties at the latest. The ones that don't are the ones you should REALLY look out for.
1020022
probably demon possed\n(stupid satanists)\nthere are more people like that trust me
762302
I believe it's an acronym for SCarEy EMO... kind a cross between a goth and an emo...
989946
And you might want to consider that some goths are christians. All because we are a goth does not mean that we are evil. Plus there are now glitter goths out there. We wear colors..so we are called glitter goths. So which goths are you talking about, the original goths or the glitter goths?
174181
I am goth, what do you need from me? Well this is an interesting question... Your hot? What does that have to do with anything.. er ok.
695299
If you really want to know, go to Wikipedia. Also, goth came from punk. They do, thus, have many shared musical and aesthetic tendencies.
25757
They like music about feelings---which is what mainly sets them apart from goths. Ususlly if they are true Emos they will dye their hair black and make a patch of red. Thats usually the best way to distinguish them from normal people.
766841
Exactly who is us? Your profile has you as a Dark Pagan (something most pagans I know say isn't real because a dark pagan brings to mind satanism) and you've asked questions on satanism. Mind telling us a bit about your beliefs before you get twitchy about people judging you.
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This depends on the context. There are those who believe in Satan as portrayed in the Bible, and worship the character as a real being. This can involve the recitation of black masses, and the eating of "black hosts", desecration and destruction of Christian property and icons, and so on. \n\nMost modern Satanists regard this kind of behaviour as very peurile and silly though - indeed, the official Church of Satan doesn't even believe in Stand as a literal being, but as the personification of all the natural instincts of the animal that is man. Hence their creed is simply "Do what you will shall be the whole of the law" - essentially an individualist and self-reliant approach to life, unbound by any moral codes that do not equate with their own sense of self. They see Satan as the ultimate personification of individuality and strength, compared with the systemised obedience without thought that is the traditional Christian faith.\n\nEssentially, this second type of Satanists are not necessarily bad people. The first lot though probably just need to get out and get laid more often.
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People are afraid of what they don't understand.  The majority, unfortunately, think that Goths are all dark, depressed, devil-worshiping crazy people with too much eyeliner and snake tattoos.  Although some follow this stereo-type on the outside, most are rather optimistic and can see things differently, and often times, more beautifully than most.  Their whole fascination with death is actually a way of looking at life.  Instead of shaking a fist at the sky, they try to understand pain and death and are more comfortable with it.\nPerhaps the actual word Goth has a lot to do with this misconception.  The name of the Germanic tribes that overthrew the Roman Empire was Visigoth. From this source arose the concept of a Goth as an uncivilized person, a barbarian.  \nPeople simply need to have a more open-mind.  I personally don’t find anything wrong with Goths.  It’s those who live up to the stereo-type that give it its bad name.\nAnd no, there is absolutely no excuse for treating someone badly just because they are 'different.'
1038702
No, its a bad reason. Gothics are no longer considered unusual, but are rather main stream. Maybe he is looking for acceptance, or trying to figure out what he really wants to follow, or just piss people off. You'd have to ask him more about it to know for sure.
967907
Like Christian churches, there are different Satanic groups. Some are simply Christians who choose to worship the negative side of the religion, hence Satan.\n\nOthers are groups who follow such leaders as Anton LaVey. \n\nMost Satanists are people who urge peace and tolerance, and have a desire to fulfill their desires in a peaceful fashion.\n\nMany Christian curches would define anything other than Christianity as Satanism. Most believe that Pagans are Satanists.\n\nIf you want more information on the Church of Satan, founded by Anton LaVey, check the link below.
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Gothic is just a label.  There are nice goths and mean ones, just like every other group.  Most of the ones I know are nice.\n\nYes, you can be gothic an believe in God.  I know a couple of Christian goths, including a very devout Catholic.
483999
it can also mean a style of dressing, usually referring to a female. If she dresses in black/dark colors that are open and flowing, has hems of her shirts and skirts in the "tattered" or "handkerchief" style and wears pale make-up with heavy eyeliner, bright red lipstick and "Gothic" jewelry she is said to look "vampy". It can also be super tight, balck or red "goth" gear. All of it is meant to be "sexy" or "alluring".
740183
Hmm...for the real goth information go to goth.net.  I don't think I could give you  a comprehensive explanation here. Wikipedia surely has some entries for 'emo'. Well, good luck.  P.S. thank you for not accepting stereotypes! :)
256097
not in the common way...some would say I am , some would say I'm not, but somehow I am a goth since more than 20 years...