kötület

Kötület is a Hungarian word that translates to sacrilege or blasphemy in English. It refers to the act of disrespecting or profaning something considered sacred, holy, or deeply revered. This can encompass religious figures, objects, places, or even deeply held beliefs and traditions. The concept of kötület is often associated with religious contexts, where it signifies a violation of divine commandments or disrespect towards God.

The severity and definition of kötület can vary across different cultures and religions. In some traditions, it might involve specific actions or words that are forbidden, while in others, it may be a broader concept encompassing any behavior that undermines faith or religious sanctity. Historically, acts considered kötület were often met with severe punishment.

Beyond religious contexts, the term can sometimes be used more broadly to describe any action that is seen as a profound offense or desecration of something highly valued, even if not explicitly religious. For instance, the desecration of a national monument or the violation of deeply ingrained societal norms could, in a figurative sense, be described as kötület. The core idea remains the violation of something held in high esteem and treated with reverence.