en_tw_old/bible/kt/teacher.md

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teacher, Teacher

Definition:

A teacher is a person who gives other people new information. Teachers help others to obtain and use both knowledge and skills.

  • In the Bible, the word "teacher" is used in a special sense to refer to someone who teaches about God. It does not refer to a school teacher.
  • People who learn from a teacher are called "students" or "disciples."
  • In some Bible translations, this term is capitalized ("Teacher") when it is used as a title for Jesus.

Translation Suggestions:

  • The usual word for a teacher can be used to translate this term, unless that word is only used for a school teacher.
  • Some cultures may have a special title that is used for religious teachers, such as "Sir" or "Rabbi" or "Preacher."

(See also: ../kt/disciple.md, ../other/preach.md)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

  • 27:01 One day, an expert in the Jewish law came to Jesus to test him, saying, "Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?"
  • 28:01 One day a rich young ruler came up to Jesus and asked him, "Good Teacher, what must I do to have eternal life?"
  • 37:02 After the two days had passed, Jesus said to his disciples, "Let's go back to Judea." "But Teacher," the disciples answered, "Just a short time ago the people there wanted to kill you!"
  • 38:14 Judas came to Jesus and said, "Greetings, Teacher," and kissed him.
  • 49:03 Jesus was also a great teacher, and he spoke with authority because he is the Son of God.