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31 lines
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# Rabbi
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## Definition:
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The term “Rabbi” literally means “my master” or “my teacher.”
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* It was a title of respect that was used to address a man who was a Jewish religious teacher, especially a teacher of God’s laws.
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* Both John the Baptist and Jesus were sometimes called “Rabbi” by their disciples.
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## Translation Suggestions:
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* Ways to translate this term could include “My Master” or “My Teacher” or “Honorable Teacher” or “Religious Teacher.” Some languages may capitalize a greeting like this, while others may not.
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* The project language may also have a special way that teachers are normally addressed.
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* Make sure the translation of this term does not indicate that Jesus was a schoolteacher.
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* Also consider how “Rabbi” is translated in a Bible translation in a related language or a national language.
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(See: [How to Translate Unknowns](rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-unknown))
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(See also: [teacher](../other/teacher.md))
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## Bible References:
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* [John 1:49-51](rc://en/tn/help/jhn/01/49)
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* [John 6:24-25](rc://en/tn/help/jhn/06/24)
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* [Mark 14:43-46](rc://en/tn/help/mrk/14/43)
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* [Matthew 23:8-10](rc://en/tn/help/mat/23/08)
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## Word Data:
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* Strong’s: G4461
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