Awl
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Easton's 1897
An instrument only referred to in connection with the custom of boring the ear of a slave (Ex. 21:6; Deut. 15:17), in token of his volunteering perpetual service when he might be free. (Comp. Ps. 40:6; Isa. 50:5).
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897) · public domain
Smith's 1863
a tool of which we do not know the ancient form. The only notice of it is in connection with the custom of boring the ear of the slave. (Exodus 21:6; 15:17)
Smith's Bible Dictionary (1863) · public domain
ISBE 1915
ol martsea`: "Bore his ear through with an awl" (Ex 21:6; De 15:17). The ear was pierced as being the organ of hearing, thus signifying the servant's promise of obedience. See BORE.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (1915) · public domain
In Scripture
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Sources
- Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897) · Public domain
- Smith's Bible Dictionary (1863) · Public domain
- International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (1915) · Public domain