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. SeeBORE.
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International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
The International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, James Orr, General Editor, 1844–1913 edition.