Both Uses of
blasphemy
in
Paradise Lost
- O argument blasphemous, false, and proud!†
Book 5 *blasphemous = disrespectful of something considered sacred
- Mean while in other parts like deeds deserved
Memorial, where the might of Gabriel fought,
And with fierce ensigns pierced the deep array
Of Moloch, furious king; who him defied,
And at his chariot-wheels to drag him bound
Threatened, nor from the Holy One of Heaven
Refrained his tongue blasphemous; but anon
Down cloven to the waist, with shattered arms
And uncouth pain fled bellowing.†Book 6
Definition:
something said or done that is disrespectful of something considered sacred -- especially God or religion