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Message 14 of 151 (407084)
06-24-2007 12:48 AM
Reply to: Message 1 by Greatest I am
06-22-2007 11:34 AM


How many sons does God have?
evidently, more than one.
the bible doesn't give us a good answer on this one. traditionally, these are seen as angels, although "demi-gods" or "other gods" might also be appropriate. there are also a few figurative usages, applying the title to kings (thus, jesus, as the messiah is a king in the bayit-david. supposedly). adam is also refered to once (in the nt) as the son of god.
"son of man" is also used figuratively as a contrast, meaning "lowly mortal" (see ezekiel) and this "son of god" could simply mean "immortal." it certainly implies it.


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