In the context of the Bible, the term "errs" refers to the act of making a mistake or going astray from the truth or righteousness. This concept is deeply rooted in the biblical narrative, where human fallibility and the propensity to deviate from God's commandments are recurring themes.

Old Testament References

The Old Testament frequently addresses the concept of erring, often in relation to the Israelites' covenant relationship with God. In the book of Numbers, God warns the Israelites about the consequences of erring from His commandments: "But if you do not drive out the inhabitants of the land from before you, then those you allow to remain will become barbs in your eyes and thorns in your sides; they will harass you in the land where you live" (Numbers 33:55). Here, erring is associated with disobedience and the failure to fully adhere to God's instructions.

The Psalms also reflect on the human tendency to err, as seen in Psalm 119:21: "You rebuke the arrogant—the cursed who stray from Your commandments" . This verse highlights the spiritual danger of straying from God's laws and the divine rebuke that follows.

New Testament References

In the New Testament, the concept of erring is often linked to doctrinal errors and moral failings. Jesus warns against false teachings and the potential to be led astray in Matthew 22:29: "Jesus replied, 'You are mistaken because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God'" . This underscores the importance of scriptural knowledge in preventing error.

The Epistles further address the issue of erring, particularly in the context of maintaining sound doctrine. James 5:19-20 states, "My brothers, if one of you should wander from the truth and someone should bring him back, consider this: Whoever turns a sinner from the error of his way will save his soul from death and cover over a multitude of sins" . This passage emphasizes the communal responsibility to correct those who err and the redemptive potential of repentance.

Theological Implications

From a theological perspective, erring is seen as a manifestation of human sinfulness and the inherent weakness of the flesh. The Bible teaches that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23), and thus, erring is a universal human experience. However, the Scriptures also offer hope through the possibility of repentance and forgiveness. The grace of God, as revealed through Jesus Christ, provides a means for believers to be restored when they err.

Practical Application

For believers, the recognition of human propensity to err serves as a call to vigilance and humility. It encourages a reliance on the Holy Spirit for guidance and the diligent study of Scripture to discern truth from error. The community of faith plays a crucial role in supporting individuals who have erred, offering correction and encouragement towards repentance and restoration.

In summary, the concept of erring in the Bible encompasses both moral and doctrinal deviations from God's will. It serves as a reminder of human fallibility and the need for divine grace and guidance in the pursuit of righteousness.2398. chata -- to miss, go wrong, sin
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The Triacontad of the Heretics Errs Both by Defect and Excess ...
... Against Heresies: Book II Chapter XII."The Triacontad of the heretics errs both
by defect and excess: Sophia could never have produced anything apart from ...
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Whether the Will is Good when it Abides by Erring Reason?
... law. But the eternal law and God's commandment are proposed to us by the
apprehension of the reason, even when it errs. Therefore ...
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Whether the Will is Evil when it is at Variance with Erring Reason ...
... conscience tells him that he is bound by precept to do what is evil in itself; or
that what is good in itself, is forbidden, then his reason or conscience errs ...
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There is a Great Question About Lying, which Often Arises in the ...
... if there is any error, yet as Truth is that which setteth free from all error, and
Falsehood that which entangleth in all error, one never errs more safely ...
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That Lovers of God Shall Deem with Him: and of the Love of ...
... BOOK I CHAPTER XI THAT LOVERS OF GOD SHALL DEEM WITH HIM: AND OF THE LOVE OF KNOWLEDGE
GOTTEN BY LABOUR, AND OF GOD: AND THAT A TRUE LOVER ERRS NOT, NOR IS ...
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Preface.
... And if an enemy reviles, he must be borne with: but a friend, if he errs,
must be taught; if he teaches, listened to. But if one ...
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Whether the Division of Sins According to their Debt of Punishment ...
... Because, in speculative matters, it is impossible to convince one who errs in the
principles, whereas one who errs, but retains the principles, can be brought ...
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Whether the Incontinent Man Sins More Gravely than the Intemperate ...
... Now it is more difficult to bring back to the truth one who errs as to the principle;
and it is the same in practical matters with one who errs in regard to ...
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The Apostolate.
... Rome errs by making its bishops the successors of the apostles, teaching that
fellowship with the apostolate depends upon fellowship with Rome: an error which ...
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The Fire of Love
... CHAPTER XI THAT LOVERS OF GOD SHALL DEEM WITH HIM: AND OF THE LOVE OF KNOWLEDGE
GOTTEN BY LABOUR, AND OF GOD: AND THAT A TRUE LOVER ERRS NOT, NOR IS BEGUILED ...
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Errs (4 Occurrences)
...Errs (4 Occurrences). ... (WEB). Psalms 95:10 Forty long years I was grieved with that
generation, and said, "It is a people that errs in their heart. ...
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Unintentionally (20 Occurrences)
... Numbers 15:28 The priest shall make atonement for the soul who errs, when he sins
unwittingly, before Yahweh, to make atonement for him; and he shall be ...
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Eruption (6 Occurrences)

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Errors (15 Occurrences)

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Astray (116 Occurrences)
... Numbers 15:28 The priest shall make atonement for the soul who errs, when he sins
unwittingly, before Yahweh, to make atonement for him; and he shall be ...
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Naive (16 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 45:20 So you shall do on the seventh day of the month for everyone who errs,
and for him who is simple: so you shall make atonement for the house. ...
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Unwittingly (17 Occurrences)
... Numbers 15:28 The priest shall make atonement for the soul who errs, when he sins
unwittingly, before Yahweh, to make atonement for him; and he shall be ...
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Loathed (13 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Psalms 95:10 Forty long years I was grieved with that generation,
and said, "It is a people that errs in their heart. They ...
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Discomfiture (6 Occurrences)
... The King James Version errs in the translation in Isaiah 31:8, where the meaning
is obviously "to become subject to task work" or "to place a burden upon one ...
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Discomfit (6 Occurrences)
... The King James Version errs in the translation in Isaiah 31:8, where the meaning
is obviously "to become subject to task work" or "to place a burden upon one ...
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