In the context of the Bible, "violating" often refers to the act of breaking or transgressing God's laws, commands, or covenants. This concept is central to understanding sin and disobedience in the biblical narrative. The Bible provides numerous examples and teachings regarding the consequences and nature of violating divine commandments.

Old Testament Context

The Old Testament frequently addresses the theme of violation, particularly in relation to the covenant between God and His people, Israel. The Mosaic Law, given to the Israelites, contains numerous commandments that, if violated, result in various consequences. For instance, in Leviticus 26:14-16 , God warns, "But if you will not listen to Me and carry out all these commandments, and if you reject My statutes and despise My ordinances, and fail to carry out all My commandments, and so break My covenant, then I will do this to you: I will bring upon you sudden terror, wasting disease, and fever that will destroy your sight and drain your life."

The violation of God's commandments often led to severe repercussions, including exile, defeat by enemies, and other forms of divine judgment. The account of Achan in Joshua 7 illustrates the seriousness of violating God's commands. Achan's sin of taking forbidden items during the conquest of Jericho led to Israel's defeat at Ai and his eventual execution.

Prophetic Warnings

The prophets frequently called out the Israelites for violating God's laws and warned of impending judgment. Isaiah 24:5 states, "The earth is defiled by its people; they have transgressed the laws, violated the statutes, and broken the everlasting covenant." This violation of divine law is often linked to moral and social decay, leading to God's judgment.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of violating God's law is expanded to include the inner attitudes and intentions of the heart. Jesus emphasized the spirit of the law rather than mere external adherence. In Matthew 5:19 , Jesus teaches, "So then, whoever breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do likewise will be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever practices and teaches these commandments will be called great in the kingdom of heaven."

The Apostle Paul also addresses the issue of violation in his epistles. In Romans 2:23 , he writes, "You who boast in the law, do you dishonor God by breaking the law?" Paul highlights the hypocrisy of those who claim to uphold the law yet violate it through their actions.

Spiritual Implications

Violating God's commandments is not merely a legalistic issue but a spiritual one. It reflects a heart that is not aligned with God's will. In James 2:10 , it is written, "Whoever keeps the whole law but stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of it." This underscores the comprehensive nature of God's law and the need for grace through faith in Jesus Christ.

Redemption and Forgiveness

Despite the seriousness of violating God's laws, the Bible also offers hope for redemption and forgiveness. Through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, individuals can be restored to a right relationship with God. 1 John 1:9 assures believers, "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

The concept of violating God's commandments is integral to understanding the human condition and the need for a Savior. The Bible consistently calls believers to live in obedience to God's will, empowered by the Holy Spirit, to avoid the pitfalls of violation and to walk in righteousness.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Violate.8133. shena -- to change
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How Licinius Attempted a Conspiracy against Constantine.
... Then suddenly violating every engagement, and again beseeching pardon by embassies,
yet after all shamefully violating his word, he at last declared open war ...
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Two Coverings and Two Consequences
... the Judge who tries him? Or shall he challenge the equity of the statute
while he is arraigned for violating it? And as for the ...
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Two Coverings and Two Consequences
... the Judge who tries him? Or shall he challenge the equity of the statute
while he is arraigned for violating it? And as for the ...
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Divine Sovereignty.
... or acts arbitrarily, or without good reasons; reasons so good and so weighty, that
he could in no case act otherwise than he does, without violating the law of ...
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Acts xxii. 17-20
... [1091] "Violating the law, commandest thou me to be beaten?" Well may he say so:
for to kill a man who had done (them) no injury, and that an innocent person ...
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Upon Human Nature.
... Now all this licentious talk entirely goes upon a supposition that men follow their
nature in the same sense, in violating the known rules of justice and ...
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The Last King of Judah
... In the terrible arraignment of Judah as recorded in the closing narrative of the
chronicler of Zedekiah's reign, this charge of violating the sanctity of the ...
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These Words Speaketh Solomon, the Son of David the King and ...
... into the sea, and the breezes that beat upon it, all act without forcing it to pass
beyond its limits, and without themselves also violating their appointed ...
/.../a metaphrase of the book of ecclesiastes/chapter i these words speaketh.htm

The Clean and the Unclean
... are conversant with the old Levitical rule, well know that it was quite impossible
for the Hebrews to mix with any other nation, without violating the statutes ...
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The Folly of Slander. Part 2.
... opposite to all the principal virtues (to veracity and sincerity, to charity and
justice), transgressing all the great commandments, violating immediately and ...
/.../barrow/sermons on evil-speaking by isaac barrow/the folly of slander part 2.htm

Violating (5 Occurrences)
...Violating (5 Occurrences). ... James 2:10 A man who has kept the Law as a whole, but
has failed to keep some one command, has become guilty of violating all. (WEY). ...
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Violation (6 Occurrences)
... covenants, promises, etc. 2. (n.) The act of violating, treating with violence,
or injuring; the state of being violated. 3. (n.) An ...
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Violates (3 Occurrences)

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Violate (14 Occurrences)
... Paul said unto him, 'God is about to smite thee, thou whitewashed wall, and thou --
thou dost sit judging me according to the law, and, violating law, dost ...
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Unfaithful (58 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Not faithful; not observant of promises, vows, allegiance, or duty; violating
trust or confidence; treacherous; perfidious; as, an unfaithful subject ...
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Journey (214 Occurrences)
... According to Jewish tradition, it was the distance one might travel without violating
the law of Exodus 16:29. (see SABBATH.). Noah Webster's Dictionary. ...
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Just (1529 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Conforming or conformable to rectitude or justice; not doing wrong to any;
violating no right or obligation; upright; righteous; honest; true; -- said ...
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Fails (35 Occurrences)
... James 2:10 A man who has kept the Law as a whole, but has failed to keep some
one command, has become guilty of violating all. (See RSV). ...
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Failed (58 Occurrences)
... James 2:10 A man who has kept the Law as a whole, but has failed to keep
some one command, has become guilty of violating all. (WEY). ...
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Treacherous (34 Occurrences)
... (a.) Like a traitor; involving treachery; violating allegiance or faith pledged;
perfidious in private life; betraying a trust; faithless. ...
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