Apocalypse Quote by Anton Szandor LaVey
““As the war progresses, and as population increases to an even more intolerable level stretching resources to impossible lengths, the strong will begin fighting for their very survival. That’s what we’re seeing right now. Society will become more and more stratified into the people who aren’t buying the bullshit in society and those who blindly follow where they are led. Satanists, freethinkers, are a burgeoning minority cause. We have an illness that needs to be recognized just like alcoholism, handicaps, addictive behaviors and AIDS. We suffer from a disease called independence — a pathological aversion to regimentation and institutionalism — which prevents us from getting ‘regular’ jobs and living a ‘normal’ life.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Satanic Bible by Anton LaVey, 1969
Society will split into self-reliant individuals and those who follow mass narratives, driven by a disease of independence that resists conformity.
In simple terms: People will divide between independent rebels and obedient followers due to a resistance to conformity.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the cost of extreme independence and seek balanced community.
Themes
societal division
independence
conformity
survival
ideology
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political activism
- community building
- mental health awareness
- policy making
Key Concepts
psychology
social stratification
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does extreme independence affect societal cohesion?
- What balance between individuality and community is healthy?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on independence can lead to isolation and conflict.
