In Psalm 119:73-80, one definition of Yodh is a “hand” or “arm.” Its form suggests a hand reaching toward heaven in prayer. What does VAV in Hebrew mean? In Modern Hebrew, the word וָו vav is used to mean both “hook” and the letter’s name (the name is also writtenRead More →

The Roman alphabet wasn’t always as it is now. There were letters that have been removed (more on that in a future post), and some were added. The most recent addition to the alphabet dates back to 1524 and was the letter J. Is J an uncommon letter? The rarestRead More →

Court Holds that a Letter of Intent is a Binding Contract When It Contains All the Material Terms of An Agreement. Parties to commercial/business transactions are no doubt familiar with “term sheets”, “letters of intent”, “memoranda of understanding” and “agreements in principle”. What happens after an LOI is signed? OnceRead More →

Composition. The Epistle to Philemon was composed around 57-62 A.D by Paul while in prison at Caesarea Maritima (early date) or more likely from Rome (later date) in conjunction with the composition of Colossians. Was Ephesians written before Colossians? The words “in Ephesus” are lacking in the earliest manuscripts andRead More →