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The International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (1915), general editor James Orr — public domain, printed whole.

The clearest reference to the crime designated by this modern expression is found in Le 6:2-7, where the transgression is defined and the penalty set forth. Breach of covenant or contract and the removal of landmarks (De 19:14; 27:17; Pr 22:28; 23:10) may be included.