# trespass #

## Definition: ##

To "trespass" means to break a law or to violate the rights of another person.

* 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."



## 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)