Here's why:
* Crowley did not believe in a traditional Christian "devil." His understanding of the universe was more complex and less literal than the traditional Judeo-Christian one. He believed in forces of good and evil, but not in the sense of a personal, malevolent deity.
* He saw himself as a "magician" and sought to control and manipulate these forces. He did not worship any specific entity, but rather explored various spiritual and occult traditions, including Thelema, a system of philosophy and religion he founded.
* Crowley's work was often controversial and misrepresented. His writings, especially those about sexual liberation and hedonism, were often taken out of context, leading to sensationalized portrayals that made him appear as a devil worshipper.
Instead of "devil worship," Crowley's work can be better understood as:
* A search for spiritual enlightenment and self-discovery.
* An exploration of the power of the human will and consciousness.
* An attempt to break free from traditional religious dogma.
It is crucial to remember that Crowley's beliefs and practices were complex and cannot be simply reduced to "devil worship." To understand him properly, one needs to study his works and understand the context in which they were written.