Jamie Loftus joins the host to explore Savitri Devi's unconventional mission to spread Nazism post-World War II, her bizarre worship of historical figures like Hitler, Akhenaten, and Genghis Khan, and her transformation of Nazism into a religious belief system. They discuss her deceptive scam artist activities, dangerous influence on extremist groups, and the evolution of kekism as a dynamic fascist religion.
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Savitri Devi linked animal rights with Nazism, bridging environmentalism and far-right ideologies.
Devil believed in a cyclical history where Hitler was the avatar tasked with racial purging.
Devi's mystical Nazi religion united far-right groups, impacting American fascists like Rockwell.
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Fascination with Nature and Animal Rights
Savitri Devi espoused a deep love for nature and animal rights, aligning with the ideals of original Nazism that emphasized environmentalism and animal welfare. Her writings on animal rights have connected the green movement and far-right ideologies, influencing the inroads between environmentalism and neo-Nazism.
Cyclical View of History and Hitler's Role
Devil believed in a cyclical view of history where time began with a golden age and degraded into a Dark Age, the Kali Yuga, characterized by racial mixing and Jewish influence. She posited that Hitler was the man against time, the Kali Yuga, the avatar of Vishnu, tasked with purging non-Aryans to establish a strict racial hierarchy and usher in a return to the golden age.
Involvement in Neo-Nazi Networks
Savitri Devi immersed herself in neo-Nazi networks, connecting with English neo-Nazis, American National States Rights Party members, German neo-Nazi groups, and Austrian extremists. She attended international fascist gatherings and camps, fostering Nordic racial identity with attendees through focused songs and communal activities.
Savitri Devi's Influence on Far-Right Groups and Esoteric Hitlerism
Savitri Devi played a significant role in uniting various far-right groups, including Nazis, through a unique Nazi-based religion she developed. She gained attention for her beliefs that led to the formation of the World Union of National Socialists. Despite facing setbacks, her influence extended to American fascists like George Lincoln Rockwell, who admired her mystical approach to Nazi ideology.
Legacy and Spread of Esoteric Hitlerism and Kekism
Savitri Devi's philosophical works, later popularized by Holocaust denier Ernst Zundel, saw a resurgence in the late 1970s. A blend of esoteric Hitlerism and Kekism emerged, attracting young individuals vulnerable to ideologies offering purpose. The fusion of memes and radical beliefs propagated by figures like Miguel Serrano contributed to the radicalization of groups like Adam Waffen Division, showcasing Devi's enduring and dangerous influence on contemporary fascist movements.
Robert is joined again by Jamie Loftus to continue discussing Savitri Devi.
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