"The bone of contention" refers to a point of disagreement or argument in an issue. In the context of Zora Neale Hurston, it could refer to the debates and controversies surrounding her work, particularly around her portrayal of African American culture and her role as a writer during the Harlem Renaissance.
bone of contention means ... why is it special like why is Jerusalem a bone of contention to Judaism ....this means why is Jerusalem special to Judaism.
The "bone of contention" is what a fight is all about, as if it were an actual bone that two dogs vie for. Often used for the dispute that ignites a deeper disagreement.
I believe you are looking for the phrase "bone of contention". I'm not sure the origin, but I imagine it has something to do with animals fighting over a bone. that's completely wrong, the phrase is 'bone of contention' but it means to have a problem with someone or something. if i failed to pay back money to an old friend it would always be a bone of contention between us. but it can apply to anything
A Bone of Contention.
It means a subject of dispute.
Legend - 1995 Bone of Contention 1-8 was released on: USA: 20 June 1995
It's Me or the Dog - 2008 Bone of Contention 3-4 was released on: USA: 2010
Bionic Six - 1987 Bone of Contention 2-40 was released on: USA: 9 November 1987
Armstrong Circle Theatre - 1950 Bone of Contention 1-64 was released on: USA: 21 August 1951
Men Women and Dogs - 2001 A Bone of Contention 1-3 was released on: USA: 28 October 2001
Perhaps you mean a bone of contention.A bone of contention is something two people argue over - like two dogs arguing over a bone.
It depends entirely on the compromise in question.