Definition of Terms

Symbolic Speech in this study is a type of expression not limited to vocal

communication. A conduct is treated as form of speech sometimes referred to as
symbolic speech, such that when ‘speech’ and ‘nonspeech’ elements are combined in the
same course of conduct,’ the ‘communicative element’ of the conduct may be ‘sufficient to
bring into play the right to freedom of expression.

THE DIOCESE OF BACOLOD v. COMMISSION ON ELECTIONS, G.R. No. 205728, January

21, 2015

Desecration in this study shall be defined as the violation of sanctity, to treat

disrespectfully, irreverently, or outrageously of something of its sacred character.

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/desecrate, (Last Accessed Oct. 26,

2020)

Prior Restraint or Censorship in this study shall be defined as the official

governmental restrictions on the press or other forms of expression in advance of
actual publication or dissemination
CHAVEZ v. GONZALES, G.R. No. 168338, February 15, 2008

Bill of Rights in this study is defined as the set of prescription setting forth the
fundamental civil and political rights of the individual, and imposing limitation on the
power of government as means of securing the enjoyment of those rights.