DMS_GL_my_tw/bible/kt/trespass/01.md

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 idiom 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."