Demonic statue near Nativity scene at New Hampshire State House destroyed within 48 hours

Just two days after its reveal, a Baphomet statue, representing the controversial icon of The Satanic Temple, was destroyed outside the New Hampshire State House in Concord. This incident, which sparked a flurry of reactions, unfolded after the statue’s installation coincided with a traditional Nativity scene, aiming to challenge the narrative surrounding religious displays on public property.

The demonic sculpture, characterized by its black robes and glowing eyes, held a bouquet of purple lilacs, the state flower of New Hampshire. It appeared alongside a tablet proclaiming the seven principles of The Satanic Temple, and featured a purple stole adorned with symbolic imagery that draws from various occult traditions.

Shortly after the statue’s unveiling, which was broadcast via Facebook Live, it was vandalized on Monday night, triggering a police investigation. Concord’s Deputy Police Chief, John Thomas, expressed his sentiments, stating, “Santa wouldn’t do this. Santa loves everybody.” This statement encapsulates the mix of disbelief and concern surrounding the swift destruction of the sculpture.

Backing the display was State Rep. Ellen Read, a Democrat from Newmarket, who had invited the provocation as a means of advocating for religious equality. She later claimed that religious symbols, including a Santa hat and a cross, were left nearby, hinting at the motivations behind the vandalism.

During the unveiling, Orpheus Gaur from the New Hampshire and Vermont congregation articulated that the apple held by Baphomet symbolized “our quest for knowledge, defiance in the face of arbitrary authority and our commitment to self-determination.” This was in line with the group’s annual tradition which seeks to promote alternative religious displays alongside Christian symbols during the holiday season.

Photos from the aftermath showed Read appearing emotional as she gathered the remnants of the statue, raising concerns about the motivations of those who oppose such expressions of belief. In her remarks, she referenced the need for tolerance towards differing ideologies, lamenting that some individuals could not bear the sight of a display that diverges from their own beliefs.

The event drew a variety of reactions, including from local officials. Mayor Byron Champlin voiced his reservations about permitting such a display, suggesting it represented an agenda rather than a genuine pursuit of religious equity. In a similar vein, Lucien Greaves, a co-founder of The Satanic Temple, remarked on the pattern of vandalism faced by satanic displays, expressing that it seems winter destruction of these symbols has become a ritualistic occurrence.

The case is reminiscent of past instances where satanic displays have met with backlash. For example, a Baphomet statue in Iowa was toppled last year, resulting in a felony hate crime charge against the perpetrator. The ongoing tensions highlight a broader struggle over freedom of religion and expression in public spaces, raising critical questions about how competing beliefs can coexist and be respected.

7 responses to “Demonic statue near Nativity scene at New Hampshire State House destroyed within 48 hours”

  1. Roger Kirkland Avatar
    Roger Kirkland

    They only put the statue there to instigate and start trouble. That’s what they got. The Christian symbols there have been placed there every year for many years and nobody has ever complained. Now you get these “woke” and warped groups who want to simply stir the pot. If they want to display their satanic stuff there, they should at least be respectful and do it at another time of the year. Perhaps, April Fool’s Day would be appropriate.

  2. Martin Reynoso Avatar
    Martin Reynoso

    Very Good news!! this display just like the LBCXYZ Bull would be just the beginning! Give these groups an inch and they take a Mile!!!!

  3. Mike Hebert Avatar
    Mike Hebert

    There is no co-existence of light and darkness. Enemies of Israel tried this very thing in the temple of the Lord and their idol was found face down on the ground. Clearly, God does not tolerate ‘insubordination’, sharing His glory with any false god. Especially Satan, who already tried that multi-thousands of years ago and ever since, usurping the very throne of God. And he has paid the price ever since, especially at the cross. The battle will go on, indefinitely. It’s just inevitable and ever increasingly more intense. Satan knows his time is short and will seek to pull out all the ‘stops’ to dominate worldwide his evil agenda.

  4. Fred Kimball Avatar

    This statement is so very true that Mike Hebert made. There is no co-existence of light and darkness.

  5. Ray Avatar
    Ray

    Glade it was destroyed. There is no place for Satan in this world and it followers. They are just stupid idiots.

  6. Sandra mason Avatar
    Sandra mason

    oh, bummer, Read! too bad so sad.

  7. Nancy Avatar
    Nancy

    The difference is equality of religions does not apply with Satanism or anything to do with evil or the occult. Satan is pure evil and hate. His plans are to destroy every human being on earth and even planet Earth as well. The only emotion satan has is hate (vengence, intolerance, everything bad). This is what is causing all of the crime, evil and hate in the world. Anyone who believes displaying satan or worshipping satan in any way obviously does not have faith, a belief in God. They are filled with the evil of satan and hate. Whether they want to admit this or not does not matter. That is who Satan is and if they worship Satan then they must be like him to do so. We emulate and worship what and how we want to be and live our lives. Hate (satan) causes nothing but pain and suffering. Love (God) causes nothing but love and goodness.

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