Chapter 9 – FAMILIA MUNDIAL
1 [5] A child: the Immanuel of ⇒ Isaiah 7:14 and ⇒ Isaiah 8:8; cf ⇒ Isaiah 11:1, 2, 9. In Christian tradition and liturgy, this passage is used to refer to Christ. Upon his shoulder dominion rests: authority. Wonder-Counselor: remarkable for his wisdom and prudence. God-Hero: a warrior and a defender of his people, like God himself. Father-Forever: ever devoted to his people. Prince of Peace: his reign will be characterized by peace.
2 [11] Aram: the Syrian kingdom, with its capital at Damascus.
3 [20] Manasseh . . . Ephraim: two of the leading tribes of the northern kindgom.