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You know what Hitler didn’t want? He didn’t want to be worshipped as god.

While he cultivated a cult of personality and sought the adoration of the German people, he rejected any notion of establishing a new religion centered around himself.
There is historical evidence to support this:
Hitler’s own words: According to Albert Speer, Hitler’s architect and Minister of Armaments, Hitler mocked Himmler’s attempts to create a neo-pagan religion and the idea of himself becoming an “SS saint.”

The term “SS Saint” is a darkly ironic and deeply disturbing concept that emerged within the twisted ideology of Nazi Germany. Here’s what it signifies:
SS: Stands for “Schutzstaffel,” the elite paramilitary organization of the Nazi Party. Initially Hitler’s personal bodyguard unit, the SS grew into a powerful force responsible for internal security, policing, and eventually the administration of concentration and extermination camps. They were instrumental in carrying out the Holocaust and other atrocities.
Saint:  A person recognized by a religious institution, particularly the Catholic Church, for exceptional holiness and virtue. Saints are often venerated and seen as intermediaries between God and humans.
The juxtaposition of these two terms is chilling. The SS, embodying violence, oppression, and genocide, is the antithesis of the ideals of sainthood.
Why “SS Saint”?
This term likely arose from the Nazis’ attempts to create their own twisted mythology and system of values. By labeling members of the SS as “saints,” they sought to:
Elevate the SS:  Granting them a quasi-religious status aimed to reinforce their loyalty and dedication to the Nazi cause.
Justify their actions:  By associating the SS with sainthood, the regime attempted to legitimize their brutal actions as serving a higher purpose.
Create a cult of personality around Hitler:  Ultimately, the SS was fanatically devoted to Hitler. By portraying them as “saints,” it implicitly positioned Hitler as a god-like figure deserving of such devotion.
It’s crucial to understand that the concept of an “SS Saint” is a perversion of both the SS’s actual role and the true meaning of sainthood. It serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of totalitarian ideologies and the manipulation of religious language for evil purposes.

Goebbels’ diary: Joseph Goebbels, Hitler’s Minister of Propaganda, wrote in his diary that Hitler “passionately rejects any thought of founding a religion.”
Rejection of Positive Christianity: The Nazis attempted to establish “Positive Christianity,” a movement aimed at replacing traditional Christianity with a version more aligned with Nazi ideology. However, historians believe this was more about controlling religion than creating a cult of Hitler.
While Hitler used religious language and imagery to manipulate the masses, he ultimately saw himself as a political and military leader, not a divine figure. His primary goal was to establish a totalitarian regime and achieve German dominance, not to be worshipped as a god.
Therefore, despite the outward appearances of a personality cult, Hitler’s intentions were more focused on secular power and control rather than establishing a religious following.

But modern day Fascist politicians and their billionaire friends are wanting this to happen. 

The Fascist Ideology of Godhood: Billionaires, Politicians, and the Aspiration for Divine Power

In today’s world, a disturbing trend is emerging: an ideology where power, wealth, and influence breed a desire not just to lead or rule, but to be worshipped like gods. This is a new form of modern-day fascism, where individuals at the helm of society—whether through political power or vast wealth—seek to transcend mere human authority and reshape their image into one of divine superiority. Figures like billionaires Elon Musk and politicians such as Donald Trump epitomize this growing phenomenon, where their self-crafted personas reflect god-like aspirations, demanding not just respect or loyalty, but a form of worship.

Fascism Reborn: From Nationalism to Narcissism

Fascism, historically rooted in extreme nationalism and authoritarian rule, often exalted a singular leader as the infallible personification of the state. Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini shaped the 20th century by crafting personality cults, demanding loyalty and framing themselves as saviors of their nations. Today, a new kind of fascism is unfolding, one that isn’t necessarily tied to the state but to individual power and wealth. At its core is an unsettling aspiration for something more than authority: the desire for worship, admiration, and influence so profound that it borders on divinity.

Unlike traditional fascism, which thrived on rigid control of the populace, this new ideology weaponizes personal image, using technology, social media, and massive influence to propagate a god-like presence. The cult of personality has taken on new life in the digital age, where the followers of such figures treat their word as scripture and their vision as unquestionable truth.

Elon Musk: The Wannabe Techno-Messiah

Elon Musk is a prime example of a billionaire who badly wants to be worshipped as god. His followers view him as a visionary who will lead humanity to a better future. Because Musk has positioned himself not just as an innovator but as someone capable of transcending the limits of human existence. His aspirations to colonize Mars, merge human consciousness with AI through Neuralink, and revolutionize transportation and energy systems have earned him a reputation as a techno-messiah among his followers.

But this behavior goes beyond innovation. Musk’s devoted followers, or “Musketeers,” often exhibit a reverence that verges on worship. His tweets are analyzed like sacred texts, his ventures celebrated as world-saving endeavors. Musk’s own actions sometimes reflect this godly self-perception: he named his rocket company “SpaceX” with the goal of making humanity a multi-planetary species—a goal not just for survival, but for transcending Earth, akin to reaching for the heavens.

This messianic figure presents himself as the lone savior against the decline of humanity, and in the process, his public persona demands not only admiration but unquestioning belief. When the line between genius and godhood blurs, we see the modern-day billionaire aspiring to something beyond human achievement: to reshape reality itself in their image.

Donald Trump: The Wannabe Divine Politician

Trump’s followers, see him as a larger-than-life figure who can singlehandedly “save” the nation. This devotion mirrors religious zeal, where loyalty to Trump transcends political ideology and becomes a matter of faith. His rallies are often compared to evangelical revivals, where his rhetoric stokes fervor, positioning himself as the ultimate authority, not just on politics but on truth itself.

Trump’s rhetoric often echoes divine language. He’s portrayed himself as the “chosen one,” sent to save America, or as the victim of unjust persecution, framing himself in near-martyrdom terms. In the eyes of his most ardent supporters, Trump’s word becomes gospel, his vision unquestionable, and his leadership indispensable.

This sense of divine destiny is a hallmark of the new fascism, where leaders don’t merely govern; they transcend governance to become the embodiment of truth, justice, and salvation in the eyes of their followers.

The Modern Fascist Cult of Worship

The intersection of wealth, power, and self-mythology has become a fertile ground for this new fascism to thrive. Musk and Trump are not alone in this. From Jeff Bezos envisioning space colonies to Mark Zuckerberg creating the “metaverse” as a new digital reality, the wealthiest and most powerful figures of our time are pushing their aspirations beyond the realms of influence and into the godly sphere of reality-shaping.

But what makes this trend dangerous? Historically, fascism thrived on authoritarianism and the suppression of dissent. This modern form, however, operates through influence and media manipulation, where the cult of worship is cultivated in the open, appealing to millions through social networks, rallies, and charismatic leadership. The more power these figures wield, the more they appear untouchable, and the closer they come to embodying their god-like aspirations.

This ideology thrives on the inherent human tendency to seek guidance and salvation in times of crisis. In the 21st century, where technology, politics, and culture are undergoing massive upheavals, the figures who appear to have answers or solutions become deified. Their promises of salvation—whether through technology or “saving” a nation—lure millions into a state of devotion.

The Price of Worship

The rise of this new fascism, where the powerful seek to be worshipped as gods, carries with it profound implications for the future of society. As figures like Musk, Trump, and others continue to consolidate power, their aspirations move beyond mere influence. They seek to reshape reality itself in their image, demanding not just obedience but worship, reframing our understanding of leadership in increasingly dangerous terms.

In the face of this, it’s vital for society to recognize the difference between admiration and blind devotion. To understand that no individual, no matter how wealthy or powerful, should be allowed to transcend the realm of accountability and enter the realm of worship. The new fascism, rooted in god-like aspirations, is a reminder that the desire for power, unchecked, can lead to dangerous places.

The world has seen what happens when human beings play god. It must remain vigilant to prevent history from repeating itself, even in the guise of modern ambition.