Goat and the Moon
Archgoat Lyrics
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Brightest in the sky
The eternal fire
Of terrestrial life
Invocation rite
Seven gradual psalms
Appear with flames
Praise to the true god
Speak no Christian words
Funerael trumpet winds
Black torches flare
Goat-headed prince bounds
Forward among us he ascends
This is my worship
This is my path
Goat and the moon
The lyrics of Archgoat's "Goat and the Moon" depict a dark ritual of worship to the Goat-Headed Prince, who could be interpreted as Satan or a demonic figure. The torch of Baphomet, a pagan deity associated with witchcraft and Satanism, burns brightly in the sky, representing the eternal fire of terrestrial life opposed to the Christian notion of an afterlife in heaven. An invocation rite is performed, with seven gradual psalms that appear with flames, possibly referring to the seven deadly sins. The worshipers are called to praise the true god, which in this case is the Goat-Headed Prince, and are instructed not to make Christian signs or speak Christian words, further emphasizing the opposition to traditional religion.
The second half of the lyrics describe a more intense phase of the ritual, with funeral trumpet winds and black torches flaring. The Goat-Headed Prince is said to bound forward among the worshipers as he ascends, suggesting a physical manifestation. The worshiper states that this is their worship and their path, affirming their allegiance to this dark figure.
Overall, "Goat and the Moon" presents a vivid depiction of a Satanic ritual, with references to pagan deities, opposition to Christianity, and intense worship of a demonic figure.
Line by Line Meaning
The torch of Baphomet
Symbol of Satanism used to represent Baphomet.
Brightest in the sky
Signifies the superiority of Satan's power over the light of Heaven.
The eternal fire
Satanic fire that never extinguishes and represents the power of Hell.
Of terrestrial life
Associated with physical life on earth and is ultimately claimed by Satanism.
Invocation rite
The ritualistic act of summoning or calling upon Satan or his demons.
Seven gradual psalms
A sequence of hymns or chants that are part of the invocation of Satan.
Appear with flames
Satanic magic represented by flames accompanying the invocation of Satan.
Praise to the true god
The god of the devil worshippers, also known as Satan.
Make no Christian signs
The rejection of Christian symbolism and allegiance to Satanism.
Speak no Christian words
The rejection of Christian beliefs and embracing of Satanic beliefs.
Funerael trumpet winds
Symbolizes the end of life and the beginning of the reign of Satan.
Black torches flare
The blaze and glory of Satanic power.
Goat-headed prince bounds
Satan, also called the 'Goat-headed Prince', is rising up and coming among humanity.
Forward among us he ascends
Satan is ascending to a higher position, becoming more powerful.
This is my worship
The declaration that Satanism is the personal worship and religion of the singer.
This is my path
The confirmation that following Satan is the only path of the singer's life.
Goat and the moon
The goat symbolizes Satan, and the moon symbolizes power, femininity, and mystery, all of which are associated with Satanism.
Contributed by Samantha D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.