Islamic Definition of Blasphemy Flashcards
Does Islam have their own definition on blasphemy?
Yes
What does their definition cover?
What blasphemy is and covers a variety of issues
List the number of things Islamic Blasphemy laws cover (4)
Irreverent behaviour towards holy people, religious artefacts, customs or any beliefs Muslim’s admire, i.e. the Prophet Muhammad
What does the Iranian penal code define blasphemy as?
A serious crime
What is the statement from the Iranian Penal Code?
“Anyone who insults the Islamic sanctities or any of the imams should be executed if his insult equals to disparagingly of the Prophet Muhammad”
Does the Qur’an or Hadith actually state any laws on blasphemy?
NO
What does David L. Edwards state the meaning of blasphemy is?
Submission
What does this meaning of Islam state that believers need to do?
Submit themselves to the teachings set forth by Allah including the indirect laws of blasphemy
What do many scholars suggest that blasphemy can be understood through?
The Arabic Term ‘KUFR’
What does Kufr translate as?
Disbelief or to cover up
What can committing blasphemy in Islam lead to? (5)
Serious penalties such as stoning, flogging, fines, imprisonment and or hanging
How is this statement put forward?
Through the introduction of a fatwa by a religious leader
