son of man – jesus and the gospels

Messiah and Son of Man

Published on January 13, 2015 Author hbraun@uoregon.edu

The meaning of the term “Son of Man” is debated, and appears to be different in different contexts. Some argue that it was a term used in place of “I,” as if used for speaking in the third person, because Jesus used the term to refer to himself on many occasions. Within the context of… Continue reading Messiah and Son of Man →

Messiah and The Son of Man

Published on January 12, 2015 Author adoughe7@uoregon.edu

The “Son of Man” is a term often used in the gospels that refers to Jesus, specifically Jesus as a human being. In Daniel 7:13-14, the first time that this phrase is used, it is used as a messianic title. These verses in Daniel speak of how God was given all power and authority. He… Continue reading Messiah and The Son of Man →

The Son of Man and Messiah

Published on January 12, 2015 Author mdowner@uoregon.edu

What we know about the term Son of Man is that it wasn’t used as a term with a messianic title in Jewish literature. It was only until when the Gospels were written that it has taken on the meaning of a messianic title. The term Son of Man in this the Jewish literature context… Continue reading The Son of Man and Messiah →