How sad it is that so few people know about one of the most festive days in the solar calendar year! So I am always thrilled to draw more attention to this splendid occasion that could — and now that I think about it definitely should — replace Valentine’s Day.

For that reason, I declare:

Today is indeed the the 18th annual international Septuagint Day! More than that, this year’s post to celebrate is in fact my eleventh year doing so here on this blog, which itself is something of a feat to celebrate. (more…)