This problem arises from the failure to differentiate between blasphemy and irreverence. The ad for the hair styler is irreverent, not blasphemous. Genuine blasphemy can only be committed by someone who genuinely believes. Really to desecrate a consecrated host requires that you accept that it is the body and blood of Jesus. Otherwise it's just an act of gross irreverence. Also, blasphemy is directed at God, not those who believe in God, however much they may take offense.To break into a church and do grievous irreverence therein is surely a crime - breaking and entering, vandalism, etc. But the failure to show reverence to what others revere, while rude, ought not to be. And if it is genuine blasphemy, it's between the blasphemer and God. And God can take of himself.
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