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BACKGROUNDER
Son of Man
To describe himself Jesus used "Son of
Man" most often. In Luke 22:69, he refers to an Old Testament passage
(Daniel 7:13,14) about a son of man (human being) who was given an everlasting
kingdom. The Jews have understood Daniel to be referring to the promised
Messiah.
Daniel 7:13,14:
"In my vision at night I looked, and there before me was one like a son of
man, coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was
led into his presence. He was given authority, glory and sovereign power; all
peoples, nations and men of every language worshiped him. His dominion is an
everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and his kingdom is one that will
never be destroyed.
Luke 22:69,70:
But from now on, the Son of Man will be seated at the right hand of the mighty
God." They all asked, "Are you then the Son of God?" He replied,
"You are right in saying I am."