Originally Posted by
Biggles
There are some archaic laws on the Scottish statutes. However, interpretation is everything. If the play is a genuine artistic effort exploring universal themes then the action is unlikely to get anywhere. The article suggests that those protesting have not seen the production - also likely to be a factor in the case.
There is genuine concern over anything that might promote religious hatred but I do not think this extends to specific religious sensibilities over works of art. If any attempt was made to revive the blasphemy laws then they would have to apply to all religions and this might have unforseen reprecussions.
I seem to recall a similar play shown on the BBC more than 20 years ago - I think there was attempts to use the blasphemy laws back then too but, as far as I can remember, with little success.
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