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Who is a 'Son of Peace'?
Commentators explain that the phrase 'son of peace' is a Hebraism, a figure of speech from Hebrew culture. It doesn't mean a literal child, but rather a person whose character is inclined toward peace. This individual, likely the head of the household, has a disposition that is worthy and receptive to the message of God's kingdom.
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Albert Barnes
On Luke 10:6
18th Century
Theologian
The son of peace—that is, if the house or family is worthy, or is disposed to receive you in peace and…
AT Robertson
On Luke 10:6
A son of peace (υιος ειρηνης). A Hebraism, though some examples occur in the vernacular Koine papyri. It means one inclined…
Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 10:5–6
19th Century
Preacher
So that it will not be wasted. Wish well, and your well-wishing will do you good, even if it does nobody else good. Our chickens come home to roost…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 10:6
Greetings are to be reserved for the hosts of the seventy-two. “Peace” (GK 1645), so familiar in Jewish salutations, has a rich connotation here. I…
John Gill
On Luke 10:6
17th Century
Pastor
And if the son of peace be there
If there be any elect person or persons in the house, whom God has chosen to partak…
Matthew Henry
On Luke 10:1–16
17th Century
Minister
Christ sent the seventy disciples, two and two, that they might strengthen and encourage one another. The ministry of the gospel calls people to re…