Hermenuticsintermediate
The source explains that “son of peace” means a person characterized by peace. What kind of language feature does this illustrate?
Answer
A Hebraic idiom
Explanation
### Why this is right
The source uses “son of” language as an example of a Hebrew idiom in which a person is associated with a quality. “Son of peace” therefore describes a peaceful or peace-oriented person rather than making a claim about biological parentage.
### The concept
Hebrew idioms can be carried into another language through translation. If a reader treats every word literally, the expression may seem confusing. Comparing contextual translations can clarify the intended sense, but the passage’s context remains the primary guide.
### The other options
- **B. A modern technical term**: The expression is presented as an ancient idiom.
- **C. A literal genealogical claim**: That misses the figurative association with a quality.
- **D. A chapter division**: Chapter divisions are reading aids, not linguistic expressions.
### Terms
- **Hebraic idiom**: A characteristic Hebrew expression whose meaning is not always obvious from its literal wording.
### Remember
“Son of” can describe character or association, not only family relationship.
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