DMS_GL_my_tw/bible/other/pierce.md

pierce, pierced

Definition:

The term “pierce” means to stab something with a sharp, pointed object. It is also used figuratively to refer to causing someone deep emotional pain.

• A soldier pierced Jesus’ side when he was hanging on the cross.
• In Bible times, a slave who was set free would have his ear pierced as a sign that he was choosing to continue working for his master.
• Simeon spoke figuratively when he told Mary that a sword would pierce her heart, meaning that she would experience deep grief because of what would happen to her son Jesus.

(See also: cross, Jesus, servant, Simeon)

Bible References:

• Job 16:13
• Job 20:23-25
• John 19:37
• Psalms 022:16

Word Data:

• Strong’s: H935, H1856, H2342, H2490, H2491, H2944, H3738, H4272, H5181, H5344, H5365, H6398, G1330, G1338, G1574, G2660, G3572, G4044