Fetter

FETTER fet'-er:

Found only in the plural in both Old Testament and New Testament; fetters of iron (Psalms 105:18; 149:8; so probably Mark 5:4; Luke 8:29) or brass (Judges 16:21; 2 Kings 25:7) were frequently used for securing prisoners.

See CHAIN.

Figurative:

of trouble (Job 36:8).

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Bibliography Information

Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. "Entry for 'FETTER'".  "International Standard Bible Encyclopedia".  1915.