The Gods are Dead but Humans are Alive and Well

“Every myth is psychologically symbolic. Its narratives and images are to be read, therefore, not literally, but as metaphors.”

— Joseph Campbell

In 1882, Friedrich Nietzsche proclaimed the famous words "God is dead" in his influential work "Thus Spoke Zarathustra." Nietzsche argued that the decline of belief in the Christian God would lead to the collapse of structures and values built upon that faith, such as European morality. This declaration sparked debates about personal identity, divinity, and religious beliefs.

Similarly, in 1983, Shirley MacLaine stirred controversy with her book "Out on a Limb," where she boldly stated, "I AM GOD" during a transformative moment on a beach. This declaration ignited discussions about personal identity, the divine, and the boundaries of religious belief.

However, these proclamations often overlook the other side of the spectrum—the archetypes of Satan and the Ego. Also referred to as Lucifer, Beelzebub, the Devil, and the Shadow from a psychological perspective.

If God's demise logically implies Satan's nonexistence without God, shouldn't Satan be considered dead too? Similarly, if "We Are God," wouldn't it also imply that "We Are Ego" since many New Age teachings present Consciousness as an all-encompassing concept (repackaged as God)?

The philosophical journey from "God is Dead" to "I Am God" sheds light on the evolution of the human ego. Humans have grown capable of taking responsibility for their actions, recognizing their impact on society and the planet, and moving away from external crutches. The traditional anthropomorphic God figure is revealed as a mythological construct, validating Nietzsche's assertion.

The phrase "good without God" has gained traction within society, despite resistance from religious circles due to its challenge to the ethical foundations of dogma. This notion suggests that virtuous human beings can embody greater goodness than the Christian God.

So, where does "Satan is Dead" fit into this narrative? Using the same logical progression, the archetypal embodiment of human evil—Satan—should also be considered deceased, along with the Goddess archetype.

It's important to note that theistic Satanists and New Age followers of the Goddess archetype do not fundamentally differ from Christians in their embodiment of these archetypes rather than their interpretation. Hollywood often perpetuates this ignorance, becoming a stage for wealthy individuals who have become ensnared in the manipulations of Monarch Mind Control. In this context, Satan seems alive and well.

However, it is crucial to acknowledge that theistic interpretations of Gods, Goddesses, and Devils are mere manifestations. Tangible evidence of their existence beyond the realm of imagination is lacking, making it difficult to substantiate their materialized forms. Similarly, the millions of Hindu deities and their physical locations remain primarily within the realm of human consciousness.

Many individuals still hold firm beliefs in Satan as a literal force influencing world affairs, eagerly anticipating divine intervention from God and angels. The repackaged version often revolves around the concept of benevolent and malevolent aliens channeled through self-proclaimed human radios transmitting cosmic messages.

However, an honest examination of human affairs reveals that divine intervention is often nothing more than confirmation bias. Consider the plight of millions of starving Africans and the horrors of sex trafficking that persist—can one genuinely argue that God cares? Additionally, paranormal and metaphysical experiences rarely find their way onto the screens of millions of cell phones and YouTube videos without the intervention of special effects creators.

Renowned magician and skeptic James Randi even offered a one million dollar reward for anyone who could prove psychic powers or paranormal phenomena. Over the course of a decade, not a single person succeeded in substantiating such claims.

Nevertheless, let us entertain the idea that advanced technology may be responsible for phenomena like alien abductions, poltergeists, and paranormal experiences. Could these occurrences be the result of extraterrestrial influence perpetuating the mythological constructs of good and evil?

Occam's razor suggests that the history of spiritualism has failed to produce evidence supporting the existence of a spiritual realm beyond the human psyche. Does this mean there is no afterlife? The answer remains elusive, as tangible evidence on this side of the dimensional fence remains scarce.

When it comes to individuals claiming to leave their bodies and remotely view distant locations, skeptics challenge them to provide verifiable proof. Numerous invitations for astral travelers to demonstrate their disembodied acrobatics on YouTube live streams have gone unanswered for over a decade.

God and the Goddess reside within the human mind, as demonstrated by various religious cults and narcissistic individuals. Satan, the mythological figure whose transgressions in the Bible pale in comparison to the horrendous genocides attributed to Jehovah, is simply a manifestation of the human primate. War, a nightmarish manifestation of territorial conflict, can be seen as a metaphorical interpretation of "Hell" still alive within the human condition.

If humanity awakens from the misconceptions that fuel their delusions and embraces uncertainty while questioning their unwavering certainties, we may witness the necessary changes to build an intelligent civilization. Is such a transformation possible? Considering the historical record of human behavior, it seems challenging for the leopard to change its spots without some form of DNA alteration or intervention from Artificial Intelligence.

Ultimately, the existence of Satan, God, and the Goddess lies within humanity itself—this has always been the case. Satan is dead, and the human primate remains alive!

— Zzenn