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Diplaros: Negative Connection Between Art and Religious Symbols

December 15, 2025

Diplaros, the Deputy President of DISY, stated that the works of G. Gavriil are not art but blasphemy. He argued that these works offend the sacred symbols of Orthodox faith and the religious conscience of believers. He mentioned that the depictions are highly provocative and even worse than collage. He raised concerns about potential criminal liabilities regarding public offense to religion. He emphasized the need to respect religious symbols and apply legislation to protect them.