Awl
Easton's Bible Dictionary
An instrument only referred to in connection with the custom of boring the ear of a slave (Exod 21:6; Deut 15:17), in token of his volunteering perpetual service when he might be free. (Comp. Ps 40:6; Isa 50:5).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
Aul
ol: See Awl.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
ol martsea`: "Bore his ear through with an awl" (Exod 21:6; Deut 15:17). The ear was pierced as being the organ of hearing, thus signifying the servant's promise of obedience. See Bore.
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