January 22, 2010 – God Didn't Say That

Who is the Prince of Peace?

Two questions from the About page ask about Isaiah 9:5 (9:6), “For a child has been born for us, a son given to us; authority rests upon his shoulders; and he is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” (NRSV). The final phrase of this child’s name (“Prince of Peace”) are probably…
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On Transliterations

Having just butchered several transliterations in a post, I thought this would be a good time for a rambling discussion of transliterations. Even though it’s no longer technologically difficult to insert Hebrew or Greek into a blog post, I still prefer transliteration, because people who know Hebrew and Greek will be able to read the…
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Ancient Wisdom, Modern Lives

Recent posts from my Ancient Wisdom, Modern Lives:

What in Blazes Are the Ides of March? A lighthearted romp through treachery, betrayal, and murder
Democracy, Oligarchy, and Free Speech An oligarchy replaces a democracy and a public figure is put on trial for his words. History or current events? Or both?
Money and Happiness: A Tumultuous Love Affair Does money make us happy? Yes, except no, because, well, it's complicated...
Why do People Suffer? Five Ancient Answers Timeless and time-tested answers to frame suffering in a better light
Interest Rates Old and New: How High is Too High? A short history of ancient interest rates, in light of a 10% cap on credit-card interest rates proposed in the US Senate by Bernie Sanders and Josh Hawley

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Who is the Prince of Peace?

On Transliterations

Ancient Wisdom, Modern Lives

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