Marx & Satan by: Richard Wurmbrand (1986)

"Marx & Satan" by Richard Wurmbrand explores the claim that Karl Marx, beyond being a political theorist, had a deep fascination with Satanism and occult themes. Wurmbrand, a Romanian pastor persecuted under communism, argues that Marx’s writings and personal correspondence reveal a hatred for religion and a potential link to Luciferian ideology. The book examines Marx’s poetry, philosophical influences, and connections to figures associated with occult movements. While controversial and often criticized for its speculative nature, Marx & Satan presents a perspective that ties communism not just to atheism but to a deliberate, anti-God agenda.

About the Author:
Richard Wurmbrand (1909–2001) was a Romanian Lutheran pastor, writer, and founder of The Voice of the Martyrs, an organization dedicated to helping persecuted Christians. Imprisoned and tortured for 14 years under Romania’s communist regime, Wurmbrand became a vocal critic of communism, particularly its suppression of religious freedom. After his release and exile to the West, he wrote extensively about his experiences and the ideological dangers of Marxism, with books like Tortured for Christ and Marx & Satan. His works emphasize the spiritual battle between Christianity and totalitarian regimes, making him a key figure in Cold War-era religious activism.

Personal note:
Wurmbrand mistakenly attributes some works to Marx that he didn’t actually write - most notably, The Communist Manifesto, which was commissioned by The League of the Just. However, he does an excellent job of exposing Marx’s deep-seated hatred for God, using Marx’s own poetry and personal writings to argue that his ideology was as much spiritual rebellion as it was political theory.

The missing links Wurmbrand overlooks can be found by examining The League of the Just, the secretive group that not only commissioned The Communist Manifesto but also paved the way for Marx’s rise.