i haven't read this thread yet, but i have read all of laveys work - alot of his work is inspired by crowley who spoke of himself as the beast. for the most part if you get through the ritualistic portions of the satanic bible it makes a lot of sense. "do what thou wilt" is basically what the basis of the religion focuses on. in essence you should embrace your animal instincts and do as you please which is very interesting concept in western society; considering we basically live by this motto yet many worship christ.