A learner or follower of a Rabbi is called which term?

• A. Prophet
• B. Scribes
• C. Disciple
• D. Priest

Answer: (C)

In rabbinic culture, a teacher (rabbi) instructs students who become like him in what they believe and how they live. The word for that student is discIple, highlighting both learning and a commitment to follow the teacher. A disciple attaches themselves to the rabbi, studies his teachings, and imitates his way of life, aiming to apply what they learn in daily practice. That’s why this term is the best fit for a learner or follower of a rabbi.

Role distinctions help clarify why the other terms don’t fit as well: a prophet is primarily a messenger delivering God’s word; a scribe is a scholar who studies, copies, and interprets the Law; a priest is a specific religious function related to temple duties. The relationship of learner and follower under a teacher best captures the idea of a disciple. In early Christian usage, Jesus’ followers are described as his disciples to emphasize their student-teacher relationship and their commitment to his teachings.