Agios O' Baphomet

Azaghal's song 'Agios O' Baphomet' is a powerful and provocative piece that delves into themes of rebellion, blasphemy, and the rejection of Christian doctrine. The title itself, invoking Baphomet, a deity often associated with occultism and Satanism, sets the tone for the song's dark and defiant message. The repeated phrase 'Agios o' Satanas' (Holy is Satan) further emphasizes the song's alignment with anti-Christian sentiments and the glorification of Satanic figures.

The lyrics are a bold declaration of pride and defiance. The lines 'Ylistän heitä jotka iskivät naulat / Ylistän heitä jotka iskivät keihään / Jeesuksen kristuksen ruumüseen' translate to 'I praise those who drove the nails / I praise those who drove the spear / Into the body of Jesus Christ.' This imagery is a direct affront to Christian beliefs, celebrating the crucifixion as an act of rebellion rather than a moment of sacrifice and redemption. The singer's rejection of God and Christ is further underscored by the lines 'Kielläan jumallanne / Kiellän vapahtajanne' (I deny your god / I deny your savior), which express a complete renunciation of Christian faith.

The song also calls for chaos and darkness, with lines like 'Tulkoon hurmos / Laskeutukoon pimeys / Saapukoon kaaos' (Let ecstasy come / Let darkness descend / Let chaos arrive). This invocation of disorder and the destruction of religious institutions ('Murnetukoon temppeli Jehovan' - Let the temple of Jehovah be destroyed) reflects a desire to upend the established religious order and embrace a new, darker path. The song's aggressive tone and vivid imagery make it a powerful anthem for those who feel alienated by mainstream religious beliefs and seek to find their own path in the shadows.