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The concept of Blasphemy in Christianity

Blasphemy, according to Christianity, refers to the act of speaking sacrilegiously about God or sacred matters, often viewed as a serious offense. It is associated with dishonoring God, particularly exemplified by the charges against Jesus for His claims of divinity, which were deemed offensive by religious authorities. Blasphemy signifies a profound irreverence toward the divine, and is recognized as a grievous sin that directly challenges God's authority. This concept is similarly viewed in various Christian traditions, emphasizing the gravity of such speech.

Synonyms: Sacrilege, Irreverence, Impiety, Contempt, Heresy, Defilement, Abuse, Contempt., Disrespect

In Spanish: Blasfemia; In German: Blasphemie; In Malay: Penghujatan; In Finnish: Jumalanpilkkaa; In Dutch: Godslastering; In Swedish: 贬盲诲别濒蝉别; In French: 叠濒补蝉辫丑猫尘别

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Christian concept of 'Blasphemy'

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Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) This is defined as alleging something concerning a subject that is unsuitable to it, specifically in the context of attributing suffering to the Father.[1] (2) Blasphemy is something that must be avoided, specifically when one leads someone into it through actions like fraud, injury, or other complaints, causing the Lord to become angry.[2] (3) A certain man named Tatian first introduced the blasphemy, who was a hearer of Justin's, but after his martyrdom he separated from the Church and composed his own peculiar type of doctrine.[3] (4) This term describes the offensive utterances against God found within the writings, highlighting the severity of the content and its potential to corrupt the minds of others.[4] (5) Blasphemy is referenced in the text as a potential consequence of discussing matters not found in Scripture, and Simon uses the term in an attempt to goad Peter into the discussion.[5]

From: Gospel of Thomas Commentary

(1) Irreverent speech or action regarding sacred entities, which was the charge brought against Jesus.[6]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Expositions of Holy Scripture

(1) This is the charge of folly and blasphemy, as the text describes in detail.[7] (2) Blasphemy is defined as injurious speaking and malignant antagonism, against the Holy Spirit, which is described as the external symptom of a heart set against God, leading to eternal consequences.[8] (3) A term used by the rulers to describe the claims of Jesus, which they vehemently opposed.[9] (4) The charge brought against Jesus, reflecting their perception of His claims about Himself as offensive.[10] (5) The act of claiming divine status or attributes illegitimately, a charge leveled against Jesus due to His claims.[11]

From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)

(1) The modern interpretation of this term is more constrained than its usage in both the Old Testament and the New Testament, which is found more often.[12] (2) The act of speaking sacrilegiously about God or sacred things; regarded as a form of folly.[13] (3) Profane or disrespectful acts towards the Divine name, which is forbidden under all law codes.[14]

From: The Complete Sayings of Jesus

(1) The accusation made against Jesus during his trial, claimed by the high priest based on his statements about his identity.[15] (2) The accusation made by the Jews against Jesus for claiming to be the Son of God, which they believed violated religious law.[16]

From: A Cyclopedia of Biblical literature

(1) Blasphemy signifies a false, irreverent, injurious use of God's names, attributes, words, and works.[17]

From: Bible cyclopedia, critical and expository

(1) A 'railing accusation' against anyone, signifying speech that dishonors God.[18]

Significance in Global Christian community:
Catholic Church Books

From: Summa Theologica (English translation)

(1) The act of speaking contemptuously about God, which can stem from an outburst of anger.[19] (2) A serious disrespectful act against God, viewed as a more grievous sin because it directly challenges the divine authority.[20] (3) An act of speaking disrespectfully about sacred things, often considered a serious theological offense.[21] (4) A form of speech, particularly cursing, that reflects negatively on God or sacred matters.[22] (5) The act of speaking disrespectfully about the sacred; it opposes the confession of faith.[23]

The Catholic Church is a global Christian community with over a billion members, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. It is led by the Pope and emphasizes the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist. Catholicism is a denomination centered on the teachings thereof. It has a rich theological and cultural heritage.

Gnostic concept of 'Blasphemy'

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Significance in Gnosticism (Mystical or Esoteric Christianity):

From: The Gnostics and Their Remains

(1) The act of speaking disrespectfully about the divine or sacred, viewed as a serious transgression in Gnostic thought.[24]