Satanic Temple to defy law upheld by Supreme Court mandating burial of fetal remains
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(Worthy News) – The Satanic Temple said it will challenge a recent Supreme Court ruling requiring the burial or cremation of fetal remains, alleging that it violates the group’s religious liberty.
The temple, which does not actually believe in the existence of Satan but vehemently supports the separation of church and state, said the court’s recent order upholding an Indiana law goes against the group’s religious freedom.
“One of the Satanic Temple’s fundamental tenets is the inviolability of one’s body,” the Satanic Temple said in a statement. “Members … believe that nonviable fetal tissue is part of the woman who carries it.” [ Source: Washington Examiner (Read More…) ]
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