Anthony Testa - The Key of the Abyss.pdf

political and societal policies that will trigger the Apocalypse (as they
envision it, of course). Again, while much may be said about the “Cult
of the Apocalypse” currently at a seeming high point, particularly in
the United States, my purpose here is not to get into psychology or
social history, as these things have been covered in detail by people far
more knowledgeable about these subjects. It would, however, be a
mistake to dismiss these sorts of cultural phenomena as they relate to
the subject of this book as merely decadence or escapism. 148 Simply
put, the issue is whether or not there is something more than simple
human nature at work here – an occult or spiritual force, if you will -
and what the intent of these forces may be.
148 Though they may naturally play a role
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