Strong’s G3900

παράπτωμα

Part of speech

Noun, Neuter

Transliteration

paraptóma

Pronunciation

pä-rä'p-tō-mä

Definition

Trespass, transgression, offense, fault

Meaning

a falling away, lapse, slip, false step, trespass, sin.

Usage

The term "paraptóma" is used in the New Testament to denote a lapse or deviation from truth and uprightness; a misdeed or sin. It often conveys the idea of a moral or ethical failure, a stepping aside from the right path, or a breach of divine law. In the context of Christian theology, it underscores the human propensity to err and the need for divine forgiveness.

Bible references

Matthew 6:14;Matthew 6:15;Matthew 6:15;Mark 11:25;Mark 11:26;Romans 4:25;Romans 5:15;Romans 5:15;Romans 5:16;Romans 5:17;Romans 5:18;Romans 5:20;Romans 11:11;Romans 11:12;2 Corinthians 5:19;Galatians 6:1;Ephesians 1:7;Ephesians 2:1;Ephesians 2:5;Colossians 2:13;Colossians 2:13