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Rabbi

Definition

The term "Rabbi" was a title of respect and honor used to address a man who was a Jewish religious teacher, especially a teacher of God's laws.

  • Literally, "Rabbi" means "my master" or "my teacher."
  • Both John the Baptist and Jesus were sometimes called "Rabbi" by their disciples.
  • "Rabbi" is also a title that the Pharisees liked for people to address them with.

Translation Suggestions

  • Ways to translate this term could include, "My Master" or "My Teacher" or "Honorable Teacher" or "Religious Teacher."
  • There may be a special way that teachers are addressed in the language that the Bible is being translated into.
  • Make sure the translation of this doesn't sound like Jesus was a schoolteacher.
  • Some languages may capitalize a greeting like this, but others may not.
  • Also consider how "Rabbi" is translated in a Bible translation in a related language or a national language.