Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “מַרְצֵעַ”
Understanding martsêaʻ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
aul. - an awl 1) awl, boring-instrument
H4836
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
מַרְצֵעַ
Phoneticmar-tsay'-ah
Transliterationmartsêaʻ
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
aul. - an awl 1) awl, boring-instrument
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Exodus 21:6 | “Then his master shall bring him unto the judges; he shall also bring him to the door, or unto the door post; and his master shall bore his ear through with an aul; and he shall serve him for ever.” Word: מַרְצֵעַ (martsêaʻ) | |
| Deuteronomy 15:17 | “Then thou shalt take an aul, and thrust it through his ear unto the door, and he shall be thy servant for ever. And also unto thy maidservant thou shalt do likewise.” Word: מַרְצֵעַ (martsêaʻ) |