Dave

Mark, you said, “2. That it is used as source in other greek literature.”

Does this mean that you do not see it used as “source” in the NT? I assume not. Personally I like to see it as meaning “origin”, even though this is essentially the same as “source”. What about Colossians 1:18, especially in the context…surely it means origin not authority?

From verses 15-18, Jesus is the origin of all creation (as the firstborn) as all things were created by him (including rulers or authorities). He is before all things (he is primary…things have their origin in him). He is the head (origin) of the body the church – as he is the beginning and the firstborn (from where others find their origin) from amongst the dead.

I just think it you want kephale to be either a physical head or authority in this passage you are introducing something foreign to the text. The only mention of authorities in the passage is where they find their origin…in Jesus!

Kay – coffee is good, tea is bad. Coffee good. Tea bad. Good coffee. Bad tea.

Not sure if I can say it more clearly than that…coffee makes the world go round…