Strong's Lexicon didaktikos: Able to teach, instructive Original Word: διδακτικός Word Origin: Derived from διδάσκω (didaskō), meaning "to teach." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "didaktikos," the concept of teaching is prevalent in the Old Testament, often associated with the Hebrew word לָמַד (lamad), meaning "to learn" or "to teach." Usage: The term "didaktikos" is used in the New Testament to describe someone who is skilled or apt in teaching. It implies not only the ability to convey knowledge effectively but also the possession of the wisdom and patience necessary to instruct others. This quality is particularly emphasized for leaders within the church, such as overseers and elders, who are responsible for teaching sound doctrine and guiding the congregation in truth. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, teaching was a highly valued skill, often associated with philosophers and rhetoricians who were respected for their ability to impart wisdom and knowledge. In the early Christian church, teaching took on a critical role as the apostles and church leaders sought to establish and spread the foundational truths of the Christian faith. The ability to teach was essential for preserving the integrity of the gospel message and for equipping believers to live out their faith. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom didaktos Definition apt at teaching NASB Translation able to teach (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1317: διδακτικόςδιδακτικός, διδακτικη, διδακτικόν (equivalent to διδασκαλικός in Greek writings), apt and skillful in teaching: 1 Timothy 3:2; 2 Timothy 2:24. (διδακτικη ἀρετή, the virtue which renders one teachable, docility, Philo, praem. et poen. § 4; (de congressu erud. § 7).) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance apt to teach, instructiveFrom didaktos; instructive ("didactic") -- apt to teach. see GREEK didaktos Forms and Transliterations διδακτικον διδακτικόν didaktikon didaktikónLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Timothy 3:2 Adj-AMSGRK: κόσμιον φιλόξενον διδακτικόν NAS: hospitable, able to teach, KJV: given to hospitality, apt to teach; INT: respectable hospitable able to teach 2 Timothy 2:24 Adj-AMS |
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