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he shall let him go free for his tooth's sake.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/exodus/21.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And if he knocks out the tooth of his male or female servant, he shall let him go free for the sake of his tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/exodus/21.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And if he knocks out a tooth of his male or female slave, he shall let the slave go free on account of the tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/exodus/21.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220And if he knocks out a tooth of his male or female slave, he shall let him go free on account of his tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/exodus/21.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“And if he knocks out a tooth of his male or female slave, he shall let him go free on account of his tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/exodus/21.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And if he knocks out a tooth of his male or female slave, he shall let him go free on account of his tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/exodus/21.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />And if he knocks out the tooth of his male servant or female servant, he must let the servant go free because of [the loss of] the tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/exodus/21.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />If he knocks out the tooth of his male or female slave, he must let the slave go free in compensation for his tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/exodus/21.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />If he knocks out the tooth of his male or female slave, he must let the slave go free in compensation for his tooth.&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/exodus/21.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And if he smite out his man-servant's tooth, or his maid-servant's tooth, he shall let him go free for his tooth's sake.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/exodus/21.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The same law applies if you knock out a slave's tooth--the slave goes free. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/exodus/21.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And if he smite out his manservant's tooth, or his maidservant's tooth; he shall let him go free for his tooth's sake.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/exodus/21.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />If the owner knocks out the tooth of his male or female slave, he must let the slave go free to make up for the loss of the tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/exodus/21.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />If he knocks out a tooth, he is to free the slave as payment for the tooth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/exodus/21.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />If he knocks out the tooth of his male or female servant, he is to release him as a free man in exchange for his tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/exodus/21.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />And if he knocks out the tooth of his manservant or maidservant, he must let the servant go free as compensation for the tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/exodus/21.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />If he knocks out the tooth of his male servant or his female servant, he will let the servant go free as compensation for the tooth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/exodus/21.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />If he strikes out his male servant's tooth, or his female servant's tooth, he shall let him go free for his tooth's sake.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/exodus/21.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And if he shall smite out his man-servant's tooth, or his maid-servant's tooth; he shall let him go free for his tooth's sake.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/exodus/21.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />If he strikes out his male servant’s tooth, or his female servant’s tooth, he shall let the servant go free for his tooth’s sake. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/exodus/21.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and if he knocks out a tooth of his manservant or a tooth of his handmaid, he sends him away as a freeman for his tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/exodus/21.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and if a tooth of his man-servant or a tooth of his handmaid he knock out, as a freeman he doth send him away for his tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/exodus/21.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And if the tooth of his servant or the tooth of his maid he shall cast out, he shall send him forth free for his tooth.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/exodus/21.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Also if he strike out a tooth of his manservant or maidservant, he shall in like manner make them free. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/exodus/21.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Likewise, if he knocks out a tooth of his male or female servant, he shall similarly release them freely.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/exodus/21.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />If he knocks out a tooth of his male or female slave, he shall let the slave go free in compensation for the tooth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/exodus/21.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />If the owner knocks out a tooth of a male or female slave, the slave shall be let go, a free person, to compensate for the tooth.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/exodus/21.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And if he knocks out the tooth of his manservant or the tooth of his maidservant, he must let him go free for his tooth's sake.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/exodus/21.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And if he will knock out a tooth of his Servant or a tooth of his Maidservant, he will send that person away as a person of freedom for the sake of his tooth.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/exodus/21.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And if he smite out his bondman's tooth, or his bondwoman's tooth, he shall let him go free for his tooth's sake.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/exodus/21.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And if he should smite out the tooth of his man-servant, or the tooth of his maid-servant, he shall send them away free for their tooth's sake.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/exodus/21-27.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kVae3PiKqhs?start=5361" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/exodus/21.htm">Personal Injury Laws</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">26</span>If a man strikes and blinds the eye of his manservant or maidservant, he must let the servant go free as compensation for the eye. <span class="reftext">27</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/518.htm" title="518: wə·’im- (Conj) -- If. A primitive particle; used very widely as demonstrative, lo!">And if</a> <a href="/hebrew/5307.htm" title="5307: yap·pîl (V-Hifil-Imperf-3ms) -- To fall, lie. A primitive root; to fall, in a great variety of applications.">he knocks out</a> <a href="/hebrew/8127.htm" title="8127: šên (N-csc) -- Tooth, ivory. From shanan; a tooth; specifically ivory; figuratively, a cliff.">the tooth</a> <a href="/hebrew/5650.htm" title="5650: ‘aḇ·dōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Slave, servant. From abad; a servant.">of his manservant</a> <a href="/hebrew/176.htm" title="176: ’ōw- (Conj) -- Or. Presumed to be the constructive or genitival form of -av; short for 'avvah; desire; hence or, also if.">or</a> <a href="/hebrew/519.htm" title="519: ’ă·mā·ṯōw (N-fsc:: 3ms) -- A maid, handmaid. Apparently a primitive word; a maid-servant or female slave.">maidservant,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7971.htm" title="7971: yə·šal·lə·ḥen·nū (V-Piel-Imperf-3ms:: 3mse) -- To send. A primitive root; to send away, for, or out.">he must let the servant go</a> <a href="/hebrew/2670.htm" title="2670: la·ḥā·p̄ə·šî (Prep-l, Art:: Adj-ms) -- Free. From chaphash; exempt.">free</a> <a href="/hebrew/8478.htm" title="8478: ta·ḥaṯ (Prep) -- Underneath, below, instead of. From the same as Towach; the bottom; only adverbially, below, in lieu of, etc.">as compensation for</a> <a href="/hebrew/8127.htm" title="8127: šin·nōw (N-csc:: 3ms) -- Tooth, ivory. From shanan; a tooth; specifically ivory; figuratively, a cliff."></a> <a href="/hebrew/8127.htm" title="8127: šên (N-csc) -- Tooth, ivory. From shanan; a tooth; specifically ivory; figuratively, a cliff.">the tooth.</a> </span><span class="reftext">28</span>If an ox gores a man or woman to death, the ox must surely be stoned, and its meat must not be eaten. But the owner of the ox shall not be held responsible.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/24-19.htm">Leviticus 24:19-20</a></span><br />If anyone injures his neighbor, whatever he has done must be done to him: / fracture for fracture, eye for eye, tooth for tooth. Just as he injured the other person, the same must be inflicted on him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/19-21.htm">Deuteronomy 19:21</a></span><br />You must show no pity: life for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, and foot for foot.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-38.htm">Matthew 5:38-39</a></span><br />You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye and tooth for tooth.’ / But I tell you not to resist an evil person. If someone slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/9-6.htm">Genesis 9:6</a></span><br />Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man his blood will be shed; for in His own image God has made mankind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/19-18.htm">Leviticus 19:18</a></span><br />Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against any of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-17.htm">Romans 12:17-19</a></span><br />Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Carefully consider what is right in the eyes of everybody. / If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone. / Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/20-22.htm">Proverbs 20:22</a></span><br />Do not say, “I will avenge this evil!” Wait on the LORD, and He will save you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-9.htm">1 Peter 3:9</a></span><br />Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-12.htm">Matthew 7:12</a></span><br />In everything, then, do to others as you would have them do to you. For this is the essence of the Law and the Prophets.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-31.htm">Luke 6:31</a></span><br />Do to others as you would have them do to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-25.htm">Colossians 3:25</a></span><br />Whoever does wrong will be repaid for his wrong, and there is no favoritism.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/2-13.htm">James 2:13</a></span><br />For judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/6-7.htm">Galatians 6:7</a></span><br />Do not be deceived: God is not to be mocked. Whatever a man sows, he will reap in return.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-15.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:15</a></span><br />Make sure that no one repays evil for evil. Always pursue what is good for one another and for all people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/24-29.htm">Proverbs 24:29</a></span><br />Do not say, “I will do to him as he has done to me; I will repay the man according to his work.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And if he smite out his manservant's tooth, or his maidservant's tooth; he shall let him go free for his tooth's sake.</p><p class="hdg">no reference </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Account</a> <a href="/exodus/21-25.htm">Blow</a> <a href="/philippians/2-7.htm">Bondman's</a> <a href="/exodus/14-25.htm">Caused</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Compensate</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Female</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Free</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Freeman</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Handmaid</a> <a href="/revelation/3-20.htm">Knock</a> <a href="/luke/12-36.htm">Knocks</a> <a href="/exodus/21-19.htm">Loss</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Maidservant</a> <a href="/galatians/4-31.htm">Maid-Servant's</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Male</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Manservant</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Man-Servant</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Sake</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Servant</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Servant's</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Slave</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Smite</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Strikes</a> <a href="/exodus/21-24.htm">Tooth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/exodus/22-2.htm">Account</a> <a href="/exodus/22-2.htm">Blow</a> <a href="/philippians/2-7.htm">Bondman's</a> <a href="/exodus/21-31.htm">Caused</a> <a href="/2_samuel/19-36.htm">Compensate</a> <a href="/exodus/21-32.htm">Female</a> <a href="/exodus/36-3.htm">Free</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/7-22.htm">Freeman</a> <a href="/exodus/23-12.htm">Handmaid</a> <a href="/nahum/2-10.htm">Knock</a> <a href="/songs/5-2.htm">Knocks</a> <a href="/exodus/21-34.htm">Loss</a> <a href="/exodus/21-32.htm">Maidservant</a> <a href="/galatians/4-31.htm">Maid-Servant's</a> <a href="/exodus/21-32.htm">Male</a> <a href="/exodus/21-32.htm">Manservant</a> <a href="/exodus/21-32.htm">Man-Servant</a> <a href="/leviticus/26-45.htm">Sake</a> <a href="/exodus/21-32.htm">Servant</a> <a href="/leviticus/19-13.htm">Servant's</a> <a href="/exodus/21-32.htm">Slave</a> <a href="/exodus/21-35.htm">Smite</a> <a href="/numbers/35-16.htm">Strikes</a> <a href="/leviticus/24-20.htm">Tooth</a><div class="vheading2">Exodus 21</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/21-1.htm">Laws for men servants</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/21-5.htm">For the servant whose ear is bored</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/21-7.htm">For women servants</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/21-12.htm">For manslaughter</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/21-16.htm">For kidnappers</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/21-17.htm">For cursers of parents</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/21-18.htm">For smiters</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/21-22.htm">For a hurt by chance</a></span><br><span class="reftext">28. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/21-28.htm">For an ox that gores</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/21-33.htm">For him who is an occasion of harm</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The loss of a tooth, though seemingly minor, symbolizes a significant injury in this context. The law emphasizes the value and dignity of the servant, acknowledging their rights and protection under the law. This reflects the principle of justice and fairness, ensuring that even those in servitude are not subjected to undue harm. The cultural context of the time often saw servants as property, yet this law elevates their status by providing them with specific rights.<p><b>he must let the servant go free</b><br>The requirement to release the servant underscores the principle of restitution and justice. This provision serves as a deterrent against mistreatment, ensuring that masters are held accountable for their actions. The freedom granted to the servant is a form of compensation, recognizing the personal loss and injury suffered. This reflects the biblical theme of liberation and redemption, which is echoed throughout Scripture, including the ultimate liberation found in Christ.<p><b>as compensation for the tooth</b><br>The concept of compensation here is rooted in the principle of lex talionis, or the law of retaliation, which is also seen in the "eye for an eye" principle. However, rather than exacting physical retribution, the law provides a form of restorative justice. This anticipates the New Testament teachings of Jesus, who emphasizes mercy and forgiveness over strict retribution. The compensation serves as a tangible acknowledgment of the servant's injury and loss, ensuring that justice is served in a manner that restores dignity and balance.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/moses.htm">Moses</a></b><br>The author of Exodus, who received the laws from God on Mount Sinai and communicated them to the Israelites.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/i/israelites.htm">Israelites</a></b><br>The people to whom the laws were given, forming the covenant community under God's guidance.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/servants.htm">Servants</a></b><br>In this context, refers to Hebrew servants who were part of the Israelite community and had specific rights and protections under the law.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/m/master.htm">Master</a></b><br>The person who owns the servant and is responsible for their treatment according to the law.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/m/mount_sinai.htm">Mount Sinai</a></b><br>The place where Moses received the laws from God, including the laws concerning the treatment of servants.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/p/principle_of_justice_and_fairness.htm">Principle of Justice and Fairness</a></b><br>The law in <a href="/exodus/21-27.htm">Exodus 21:27</a> emphasizes the importance of justice and fairness in the treatment of others, especially those in vulnerable positions. It reflects God's concern for the dignity and rights of every individual.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/v/value_of_human_life.htm">Value of Human Life</a></b><br>The requirement to release a servant for the loss of a tooth underscores the value of human life and well-being over property or economic gain. It teaches us to prioritize people over possessions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/compassionate_leadership.htm">Compassionate Leadership</a></b><br>Leaders and those in authority are called to exercise their power with compassion and integrity, ensuring that those under their care are treated with respect and justice.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/restorative_justice.htm">Restorative Justice</a></b><br>The law provides a form of restorative justice, where the wronged party is compensated, and relationships are restored. This principle can guide us in resolving conflicts and seeking reconciliation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflection_of_god's_character.htm">Reflection of God's Character</a></b><br>The laws given to Israel reflect God's character—His justice, mercy, and care for the oppressed. As followers of Christ, we are called to embody these attributes in our interactions with others.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_exodus_21.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 21</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_you_be_trusted_with_all_things.htm">Is it right to desire what others possess?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_it_permissible_to_beat_slaves.htm">Is it permissible to beat slaves?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_allow_beating_if_servant_survives.htm">In Exodus 21:20-21, why is beating a servant with impunity permitted if the servant survives a day or two?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_god_permit_slavery_in_the_bible.htm">Why did God allow slavery in the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/exodus/21-27.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">And if</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאִם־</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’im-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_518.htm">Strong's 518: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not</span><br /><br /><span class="word">he knocks out</span><br /><span class="heb">יַפִּ֑יל</span> <span class="translit">(yap·pîl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5307.htm">Strong's 5307: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall, lie</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the tooth</span><br /><span class="heb">שֵׁ֥ן</span> <span class="translit">(šên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8127.htm">Strong's 8127: </a> </span><span class="str2">A tooth, ivory, a cliff</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of his manservant</span><br /><span class="heb">עַבְדּ֛וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(‘aḇ·dōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5650.htm">Strong's 5650: </a> </span><span class="str2">Slave, servant</span><br /><br /><span class="word">or</span><br /><span class="heb">אֽוֹ־</span> <span class="translit">(’ōw-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_176.htm">Strong's 176: </a> </span><span class="str2">Desire, if</span><br /><br /><span class="word">maidservant,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲמָת֖וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·mā·ṯōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_519.htm">Strong's 519: </a> </span><span class="str2">A maidservant, female slave</span><br /><br /><span class="word">he must let the servant go</span><br /><span class="heb">יְשַׁלְּחֶ֖נּוּ</span> <span class="translit">(yə·šal·lə·ḥen·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7971.htm">Strong's 7971: </a> </span><span class="str2">To send away, for, out</span><br /><br /><span class="word">free</span><br /><span class="heb">לַֽחָפְשִׁ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(la·ḥā·p̄ə·šî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l, Article | Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2670.htm">Strong's 2670: </a> </span><span class="str2">Exempt</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in compensation for</span><br /><span class="heb">תַּ֥חַת</span> <span class="translit">(ta·ḥaṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8478.htm">Strong's 8478: </a> </span><span class="str2">The bottom, below, in lieu of</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the tooth.</span><br /><span class="heb">שֵׁ֥ן</span> <span class="translit">(šên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8127.htm">Strong's 8127: </a> </span><span class="str2">A tooth, ivory, a cliff</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/exodus/21-27.htm">Exodus 21:27 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/exodus/21-27.htm">Exodus 21:27 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/exodus/21-27.htm">Exodus 21:27 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/exodus/21-27.htm">Exodus 21:27 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/exodus/21-27.htm">Exodus 21:27 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/21-27.htm">Exodus 21:27 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/21-27.htm">Exodus 21:27 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/21-27.htm">Exodus 21:27 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/21-27.htm">Exodus 21:27 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/exodus/21-27.htm">Exodus 21:27 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/exodus/21-27.htm">OT Law: Exodus 21:27 If he strikes out his male servant's (Exo. 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