For the book, see Desecration (book).

Desecration is the act of depriving something of its sacred character. This can include desecration of sacred books, sacred places or sacred objects. Desecration generally may be considered from the perspective of a particular religion or spiritual activity. Desecration may be applied to natural systems or components particularly if those systems are part of naturalistic spiritual religion.

History

• Flag desecration
• Host desecration
• Qur'an desecration