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The Definition of the word Tooth

Tooth

One of the particulars regarding which retaliatory punishment was to be inflicted (Ex. 21:24; Lev. 24:20; Deut. 19:21). "Gnashing of teeth =rage, despair (Matt. 8:12; Acts 7:54);" "cleanness of teeth =famine (Amos 4:6); "children's teeth set" "on edge" =children suffering for the sins of their fathers" (Ezek. 18:2).


The Old Testament

The New Testament