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That which has not been consecrated. By a profane place is understood one which is neither sacred, nor sanctified, nor religious.PROFANELY - In a profane manner. In an indictment, under the act of assembly of PennsylPROFANELYvania, against profanity, it is requisite that the words should be laid to have been spoken profanely.
A disrespect to the name of God, or his divine providence. This is variously punished by statute in the several states.
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