To tell his tale might be interpreted into scandalizing the order.
Sir W. Scott.
Scan"dal*ous (?), a. [Cf. F. scandaleux.] 1. Giving offense to the
conscience or moral feelings; exciting reprobation; calling out
condemnation.
Nothing scandalous or offensive unto any.
Hooker.
2. Disgraceful to reputation; bringing shame or infamy; opprobrious;
as, a scandalous crime or vice.