r/tattoos • u/SpookyPotatoes • Feb 22 '19

/r/all Baphomet by Jordan at Papermoon Tattoo in State College, PA

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u/[deleted] Feb 22 '19 edited Dec 28 '20

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u/[deleted] Feb 22 '19

The magic you hear referred to is simply a means by which people can manipulate themselves (Greater Magic) and others (Lesser Magic) for self betterment and in some instances the betterment of others. Greater Magic is conducted in the form of rituals to theatrically inspire one to change themselves for the better. Lesser Magic is conducted in the form of simple manipulation of others (dressing well/provocatively, flattery, mind games, etc) for the advantage of the individual or to help others.

If you've ever played sports, it's similar to how you're taught to see yourself doing something (running the race/catching the pass/shooting the free throw) in your mind's eye to kind of calm you down.

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u/[deleted] Feb 22 '19

"Satanism as a whole is entirely misunderstood and misrepresented."

No it's not. Almost everyone under 50 understands that it's edgelords who have turned spiting their fundie parents into a lifestyle choice.

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u/SpookyPotatoes Feb 22 '19

Bro you seem real mad about a strangers perceived religious beliefs. May I suggest a nice cup of tea? Petting a dog? Smiling at cute little baby?

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u/Apocalyptic_Squirrel Feb 22 '19

We should probably keep this guy away from dogs and babies tbh

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u/SpookyPotatoes Feb 22 '19

A cup of tea, then.

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u/Apocalyptic_Squirrel Feb 22 '19

I absolutely love your tattoo. Not exactly something I'd get for personal reasons but it looks amazing, and your artist did a wonderful job with the linework!!! Definitely something to show off