en_tw/bible/kt/trespass.md

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# trespass #
## Definition: ##
To "trespass" means to break a law or to violate the rights of another person. A “trespass” is the action of “trespassing.”
* A trespass can be a violation of moral or civil law or a sin committed against another person.
* This term is related to the terms "sin," and "transgress," especially as it relates to disobeying God.
* All sins are trespasses against God.
## Translation Suggestions: ##
* Depending on the context, "to trespass against" could be translated as "to sin against" or "to break the rule."
* Some languages may have an expression like "cross the line" that could be used to translate "trespass."
* Consider how this term fits with the meaning of the surrounding Bible text and compare it to other terms that have a similar meaning, such as "transgress" and "sin."
(See also: [disobey](../other/disobey.md), [iniquity](../kt/iniquity.md), [sin](../kt/sin.md), [transgress](../kt/transgression.md))
## Bible References: ##
* [1 Samuel 25:27-28](en/tn/1sa/help/25/27)
* [2 Chronicles 26:16-18](en/tn/2ch/help/26/16)
* [Colossians 02:13-15](en/tn/col/help/02/13)
* [Ephesians 02:1-3](en/tn/eph/help/02/01)
* [Ezekiel 15:7-8](en/tn/ezk/help/15/07)
* [Romans 05:16-17](en/tn/rom/help/05/16)
* [Romans 05:20-21](en/tn/rom/help/05/20)