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# teacher, Teacher
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## Definition
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A teacher is a person who instructs other people. Teachers help others to obtain and use both knowledge and skills.
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* 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 for children.
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* People who learn from a teacher are called "students" or "disciples."
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* In some Bible translations, this term is capitalized
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## Translation Suggestions
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* The usual word for a teacher can be used to translate this term, unless that word is only used for a school teacher.
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* Some cultures may have a special title that is used for religious teachers such as "Sir" or "Rabbi" or "Preacher."
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