Definition of «sacrilege»

Sacrilege is an act that disrespects or violates something considered sacred. It can refer to any kind of desecration, such as defacing a religious symbol, damaging a place of worship, or stealing from a church. Sacrilege also refers to the breach of trust or the violation of something held in high regard, like breaking a promise or betraying someone's confidence.

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Committing sacrilege by vandalizing a religious monument or place of worship.
The act of defacing sacred scriptures or religious texts could be deemed sacrilege.
Disrespecting or mocking religious traditions and rituals can be seen as sacrilege.
Making derogatory remarks or blasphemous statements about religious figures or deities may be considered sacrilege.

Sentences with «sacrilege»

Today, the People's National Party has come out to condemn the demolition of the archeological site, saying, «We consider this an act of sacrilege against all indigenous people, especially the Mayan community,... (plustvbelize.com)
Series creator Chris Carter admits he considered updating the signature opening credits, but «it seemed like sacrilege» to do so. (cbr.com)
Naboth can not part with the property which he has inherited from his (ancestors) without committing sacrilege against himself and his kindred, so closely do kindred and property belong together. . . . (religion-online.org)
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Definition of «sacrilege»

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