Véleményszabadság vs. vallásszabadság

Absztrakt

Blasphemy – when causing public scandal – used to be a criminal offence under the first criminal code (1878). The provision, however, was abolished in the early years of the communist regime. At the moment there is no offence like blasphemy: instead of God religious freedom enjoys protection by criminal legislation. In the jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights the conflicts between the freedom of expression and religion were carefully weighed. In most secular societies religious expression tends to be avoided in public space. Consequently, such expression becomes more and more exceptional. The lack of sensitivity towards religious convictions and sentiments may result in unexpected conflicts. Avoiding or preventing conflicts cannot be considered as surrender if its reason is the respect towards the dignity of a fellow citizen.