Transgressing, in biblical terms, refers to the act of violating a command or law, particularly the divine laws set forth by God. It is often synonymous with sin, iniquity, or rebellion against God's will. The concept of transgression is central to understanding the nature of sin and the need for redemption through Jesus Christ.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word for transgression is "pesha," which conveys the idea of rebellion or revolt against God's authority. Transgressions are seen as deliberate acts of disobedience. For instance, in Isaiah 53:5 , it is written, "But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed." This passage prophetically speaks of the Messiah bearing the punishment for humanity's transgressions.

The Law given to Moses outlines various commandments, and transgressing these laws was considered a serious offense. In Leviticus 16:16 , the Day of Atonement is described as a time to atone for the transgressions of the Israelites: "In this way he will make atonement for the Most Holy Place because of the uncleanness and rebellion of the Israelites, whatever their sins have been."

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the Greek word for transgression is "parabasis," which also means a violation or stepping over a boundary. The Apostle Paul frequently discusses transgression in his epistles, emphasizing the universality of sin and the need for grace. Romans 4:15 states, "For the Law brings wrath. And where there is no law, there is no transgression."

The New Testament further explains that transgressions are forgiven through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Ephesians 1:7 declares, "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace."

Theological Implications

Transgressing is not merely a legalistic breach of rules but a relational breach with God. It signifies a willful turning away from God's righteous standards. The Bible teaches that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23), highlighting the pervasive nature of transgression in human life.

The remedy for transgression is found in repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. Through His atoning work on the cross, believers are offered forgiveness and reconciliation with God. Hebrews 9:15 explains, "For this reason Christ is the mediator of a new covenant, that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, now that He has died as a ransom to set them free from the sins committed under the first covenant."

Practical Application

Understanding transgression is crucial for believers as it underscores the importance of living in obedience to God's commands. It calls for a life of repentance, humility, and reliance on God's grace. Believers are encouraged to confess their sins and seek God's forgiveness, as stated in 1 John 1:9 : "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

In summary, transgressing is a fundamental concept in the Bible that highlights the human condition of sinfulness and the need for divine grace and redemption through Jesus Christ.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Transgress.5674a. abar -- to pass over, through, or by, pass on
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6586. pasha -- to rebel, transgress
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Although, Therefore, Celsus Would, in his Own Words, "Drive us ...
... Moreover, if any one "by transgressing the law dishonours the lawgiver," it seems
clear to us that if the two laws, the law of God and the law of mammon, are ...
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Matt. xv. 1
... when they ate in the wilderness, when they plucked the ears of corn,"is now put
forward as a charge by these persons, who are always transgressing in the ...
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Concerning Perfection.
... and subjected to the truth; so as not to obey any suggestions or temptations of
the evil one, but to be free from actual sinning and transgressing of the law ...
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"I Will Endure the Indignation of the Lord. " --Micah vii.
... I'll bear the chastisement of God, A patient soul possessing, For born in sin, sin's
path I trod, Aye ventur'd on transgressing, That pleasures vain I might ...
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Concerning the Pharisees and Scribes who came and Inquired, Why do ...
... transgression of the commandments of God, as they would not have brought the charge
of transgression against the disciples, as transgressing the commandment of ...
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Whether a Religious Sins Mortally Whenever He Transgresses the ...
... vows of their profession. Therefore they sin mortally by transgressing the
things contained in their rule. Objection 2: Further, the ...
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Whether Christ Conformed his Conduct to the Law?
... in one way, by transgressing none of the precepts of the Law; secondly, by justifying
us through faith, which the Law, in the letter, was unable to do.". ...
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Translated from Latin of Rufinus.
... inciting and alluring him to act contrary to his purpose, that woman is not a complete
and absolute cause or necessity of his transgressing, [2285] since it is ...
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Against Foolish Talking and Jesting.
... and reasonable, conformable to good manners (regulated by common sense, and consistent
with the tenor of Christian duty, that is, not transgressing the bounds ...
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Letter viii. Who are the Cultivated?
... The man or woman or family who can avoid transgressing in these particulars can
do so habitually only as the result of a fine moral sentiment underlying the ...
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Transgressing (12 Occurrences)
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apostleship, from which Judas transgressing fell to go to his own place. (DBY). ...
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Journey (214 Occurrences)
... The expression comes from rabbinical usage to indicate the distance a Jew might
travel on the Sabbath without transgressing the Law, the command against ...
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Day's (19 Occurrences)
... The expression comes from rabbinical usage to indicate the distance a Jew might
travel on the Sabbath without transgressing the Law, the command against ...
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Transgression (70 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) The act of transgressing, or of passing over or beyond
any law, civil or moral; the violation of a law or known principle of ...
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Violation (6 Occurrences)
... any of your gates which Yahweh your God gives you, man or woman, who does that which
is evil in the sight of Yahweh your God, in transgressing his covenant ...
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Uttering (10 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 59:13 transgressing and denying Yahweh, and turning away from following our
God, speaking oppression and revolt, conceiving and uttering from the heart ...
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Object (76 Occurrences)
... throw against." So with the meaning "to charge with" in The Wisdom of Solomon
2:12, the King James Version "He objecteth to our infamy the transgressing of our ...
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Just (1529 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) Not transgressing the requirement of truth and propriety; conformed to the
truth of things, to reason, or to a proper standard; exact; normal ...
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Transgresseth (6 Occurrences)

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Tradition (13 Occurrences)
... first sense that Jesus spoke so pointedly to the scribes and Pharisees (Matthew
15:2 Mark 7:3 f). The Pharisees charged Jesus with transgressing "the tradition ...
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