Trespass
Culture & SocietyWhat is the meaning of Trespass in the Bible?
To pass over or go beyond one's rightful boundary; any violation of law, civil or moral, including offenses against divine authority.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding trespass clarifies the biblical concept of sin as an intrusion upon God's holiness and helps readers grasp the necessity of atonement and reconciliation.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Ancient Cultural Lens: Avoid applying 21st-century Western assumptions to Trespass. Examine how first-century or Near Eastern listeners understood this practice within their daily social dynamics.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Trespass in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Trespass clarify?
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Trespass." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/trespass/