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Son of Man, son of man

Definition:

The title "Son of Man" was used by Jesus to refer to himself. He often used this term instead of saying "I" or "me."

  • In the Bible, "son of man" could be a way of referring to or addressing a man. It could also mean "human being."
  • Throughout the Old Testament book of Ezekiel, God frequently addressed Ezekiel as "son of man." For example he said, "You, son of man, must prophesy."
  • The prophet Daniel saw a vision of a "son of man" coming with the clouds, which is a reference to the coming Messiah.
  • Jesus also said that the Son of Man will be coming back someday on the clouds.
  • These references to the Son of Man coming on the clouds reveal that Jesus the Messiah is God.

Translation Suggestions:

  • When Jesus uses the term "Son of Man" it could be translated as "the One who became a human being" or "the Man from heaven."
  • Some translators occasionally include "I" or "me" with this title (as in "I, the Son of Man") to make it clear that Jesus was talking about himself.
  • Check to make sure that the translation of this term does not give a wrong meaning (such as referring to an illegitimate son or giving the wrong impression that Jesus was only a human being).
  • When used to refer to a person, "son of man" could also be translated as "you, a human being" or "you, man" or "human being" or "man."

(See also: heaven, son, Son of God, Yahweh)

Bible References:

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  • Strong's: H120, H606, H1121, H1247, G444, G5207