What is Yodh in the Hebrew alphabet?

Yodh (or Yod) is the tenth letter of the Hebrew alphabet, transliterated as the letter 'y'. It is the smallest letter and also represents the number 10 in Hebrew numerology.

What is the biblical significance of the letter Yodh?

Yodh is famously referenced by Jesus in Matthew 5:18, where He states that not the smallest letter (often understood as a 'yod') will disappear from the Law until all is accomplished, highlighting God's meticulous preservation of His Word.

Where is Yodh used as the first letter of a key biblical name?

Yodh is the first letter of the Hebrew name for Job (Iyov, אִיּוֹב). The Book of Job explores profound themes of suffering and faith, beginning with this significant letter.

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Yodh yod "y": The 10th letter of the Hebrew alphabet; transliterated in this Encyclopedia as "y". It came also to be used for the number 10. See JOB, and for name, etc., see ALPHABET.

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