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Blasphemy law
A blasphemy law is a law prohibiting blasphemy, which is the act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence to a deity, or sacred objects, or toward something considered sacred or inviolable.
Asia Bibi blasphemy case
In 2010, a Pakistani Christian woman, Aasiya Noreen (born ), commonly known as Asia Bibi or Aasia Bibi, was convicted of blasphemy by a Pakistani court and was sentenced to death by hanging.
Islam and blasphemy
In Islam, blasphemy is impious utterance or action concerning God, but is broader than in normal English usage, including not only the mocking or vilifying of attributes of Islam but denying any of the fundamental beliefs of the religion.
Blasphemy in Pakistan
The Pakistan Penal Code outlaws blasphemy against any recognized religion, with punishments ranging from a fine to the death penalty.
Blasphemy law in Indonesia
the legislation, presidential decrees, and ministerial directives that prohibit blasphemy in Indonesia.
Blasphemy law in the United Kingdom
Laws prohibiting blasphemy and blasphemous libel in the United Kingdom date back to the medieval times as common law and in some special cases as enacted legislation.
Blasphemy Made Flesh
the debut album by Canadian death metal band Cryptopsy.
Blasphemy Day
Blasphemy Day, also known as International Blasphemy Day or International Blasphemy Rights Day, educates individuals and groups about blasphemy laws and defends freedom of expression, especially the open criticism of religion which is criminalized in many countries.
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