 The Book of Lucifer contains a long chapter titled " Satanic Sex " , discussing Satanism 's view on sexual activity as well as misconceptions surrounding these views . He denies the belief that sex is the most important element in LaVeyan Satanism , and that participation in orgies or other promiscuous behavior is forced . He explains that sexual freedom is encouraged , but only in the sense that believers should be free to explore their own sexualities as they please , without harming others . Along with the rumors regarding Satanic views on sex , LaVey also addresses those about animal and human sacrifice . He explains that the only time a LaVeyan Satanist would perform a human sacrifice would be to accomplish two goals : to " release the magician 's wrath " as he or she performed a curse , and to kill someone who deserved to die . He considers the action of hurting another person a request to be destroyed , and explains that the Satanist is morally required to grant this request in the form of a curse . LaVey also says that a Satanist would never sacrifice a baby or an animal , as they are pure carnal beings and considered to be sacred . In The Book of Lucifer , LaVey outlines LaVeyan Satanism 's views on death . He explains that one who has lived a full life will dread death , and that this is the way it should be . He also does not agree with the idea of reincarnation . He encourages a strong will to live , comparing it to animals ' instincts to fight viciously for their lives . Suicide is discouraged except in cases of euthanasia , where it would end extreme suffering . Because the Satanist is considered his or her own god , birthdays are celebrated as the most important holidays . Following one 's birthday in importance are Walpurgisnacht and Halloween . Solstices and equinoxes are also celebrated . 
