Q on the term "Son of God" Christianity/Paganism

Midav · 11-03-2009, 01:52 PM

So, I've been reading a book called ChristoPaganism: An Inclusive Path. It speaks about pagan roots in christianity and in all, is a fascinating book.

In one part of the book it states the term "Son of God" was a common phrase 2000+ years ago and was meant to denote a person who had a good heart... who was virtuous.

Basically, calling someone "Son of God" back then would be like calling someone a "good guy" by today's standards.

Does anyone know if there's any truth/evidence to this?

beNder · 11-03-2009, 01:55 PM

Man O man this ought to be good right here.

Awaiting atheist members bashing God.

Midav · 11-03-2009, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by beNder

Man O man this ought to be good right here.

Awaiting atheist members bashing God.

That is not my intention, but you're right. It will happen. Was looking for the answer myself but found nothing but dead ends so far.

HOLLiS · 11-03-2009, 02:00 PM

Good question, but as beNder mention... Q's like this don't go well on this forum. Too many sensitive types.

HOLLiS · 11-03-2009, 02:05 PM

If anyone has a response to Midav question please PM him.

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Originally Posted by Midav

Would you at least write on the Son of God thread that if someone has an answer if they could pm me please? I would really appreciate it

11-03-2009, 01:52 PM	#1
Midav Zombie Bait Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Near the Rockies Posts: 9,416	Q on the term "Son of God" Christianity/Paganism So, I've been reading a book called ChristoPaganism: An Inclusive Path. It speaks about pagan roots in christianity and in all, is a fascinating book. In one part of the book it states the term "Son of God" was a common phrase 2000+ years ago and was meant to denote a person who had a good heart... who was virtuous. Basically, calling someone "Son of God" back then would be like calling someone a "good guy" by today's standards. Does anyone know if there's any truth/evidence to this?

11-03-2009, 01:55 PM	#2
beNder Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Higher than high, feelin' just right Posts: 8,400	Man O man this ought to be good right here. Awaiting atheist members bashing God.

11-03-2009, 02:00 PM	#4
HOLLiS Hood, Robin Hood Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Setting on top of a Mountain with a bowl of rice contemplating something really Important. Posts: 20,755	Good question, but as beNder mention... Q's like this don't go well on this forum. Too many sensitive types.