The term "teacheth" is an archaic form of the verb "teach," commonly found in older translations of the Bible. It refers to the act of imparting knowledge, instructing, or guiding others in understanding and wisdom. In the context of the Bible, teaching is a significant theme, reflecting the importance of conveying God's truths, commandments, and wisdom to others.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, teaching is often associated with the Law and the role of priests and prophets. The Hebrew word "yarah," often translated as "teach," conveys the idea of directing or instructing. For example, in Deuteronomy 4:1, Moses instructs the Israelites: "Now, O Israel, listen to the statutes and judgments I am teaching you to follow, so that you may live and enter and take possession of the land that the LORD, the God of your fathers, is giving you."

The responsibility of teaching God's laws was primarily given to the Levites and priests. In Leviticus 10:11, the priests are commanded to "teach the Israelites all the statutes that the LORD has given them through Moses." This teaching was not merely academic but was intended to guide the people in living a life pleasing to God.

Wisdom Literature

The wisdom literature of the Old Testament, such as Proverbs, also emphasizes the importance of teaching. Proverbs 9:9 states, "Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning." Here, teaching is seen as a means of growth and development in wisdom and righteousness.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the Greek word "didasko" is commonly used for teaching. Jesus Christ is often referred to as "Teacher" or "Rabbi," highlighting His role in instructing His disciples and the crowds. In Matthew 5:2, it is recorded, "And He began to teach them, saying..." This introduction to the Sermon on the Mount underscores Jesus' authoritative role as a teacher of divine truth.

The Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20 further emphasizes the importance of teaching in the Christian faith: "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you." Here, teaching is integral to the mission of the Church, ensuring that new believers are grounded in the teachings of Christ.

The Role of the Holy Spirit

The New Testament also highlights the role of the Holy Spirit in teaching. In John 14:26, Jesus promises, "But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have told you." The Holy Spirit is depicted as the divine teacher who guides believers into all truth, continuing the teaching ministry of Jesus.

The Apostolic Teaching

The apostles carried on the teaching ministry of Jesus, as seen in the early Church. Acts 2:42 describes the early believers as devoted to "the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer." The apostolic teaching was foundational for the early Christian community, ensuring that the teachings of Jesus were faithfully transmitted and adhered to.

Teaching in the Epistles

The epistles further elaborate on the role of teaching within the Church. In Ephesians 4:11-12, Paul writes, "And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, some to be pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ." Teaching is seen as a spiritual gift and a vital function for the edification of the Church.

Paul also instructs Timothy in 2 Timothy 2:2, "And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others." This passage underscores the importance of faithful transmission of sound doctrine through teaching.

Conclusion

The concept of "teacheth" in the Bible encompasses a broad and vital role in the communication of divine truth, the formation of disciples, and the edification of the Church. Whether through the Law, the wisdom literature, the teachings of Jesus, or the apostolic instruction, teaching remains a central and enduring aspect of the Christian faith.1318. didaktos -- instructed, taught
... instructed, taught. From didasko; (subjectively) instructed, or (objectively)
communicated by teaching -- taught, which... Teacheth. see GREEK didasko. ...
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"True Love Teacheth us that we Should Hate Sin Only for Love. " " ...
... THE THIRTEENTH REVELATION CHAPTER XL "True love teacheth us that we should hate
sin only for love." "To me was shewed no harder hell than sin." "God willeth ...
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Why, I Beseech Thee, O Lord My God? I See it in a Way...
... outwardly in the ears of men; that it might be believed and sought inwardly, and
found in the eternal Verity; where the good and only Master teacheth all His ...
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That Word Itself is the Beginning of all Things, in the which we ...
... ears of men, that it might be believed and sought inwardly, and that it might be
found in the eternal Truth, where the good and only Master teacheth all His ...
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What it is to Live According to Man, and what to Live According to ...
... Which things also we speak, not in the words which man's wisdom teacheth, but which
the Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with spiritual. ...
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Concerning Teachers, Apostles, and Prophets.
... Concerning Teachers, Apostles, and Prophets. 1. Whosoever, therefore, cometh and
teacheth you all these things that have been said before, receive him. ...
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But Sometimes a Peril to Eternal Salvation Itself is Put Forth ...
... Now why doth chastity not bid this, but because this truth teacheth not?
If then, save what truth teacheth, we ought not to do, when ...
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John Chapter xiv. 25-27.
... the Spirit as if the Son could speak without the Holy Spirit, or the Holy Spirit
teach without the Son: or is it not rather that the Son also teacheth and the ...
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A Sermon Made by M. Hugh Latimer, at the Time of the Insurrection ...
... He writeth generally, to them all; and in the former chapters he teacheth them
severally how they should behave themselves, in every estate, one to another ...
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Thirtieth Day. The Unction from the Holy One.
... And as for you, the anointing which ye received of Him abideth in you, and ye need
not that any one teach you; but as His anointing teacheth you concerning all ...
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The Absolute Godhood of God is Seen in Giving of the Scriptures
... man'sselecting? Nay verily, "not in the words which man'swisdom teacheth,
but which the Holy Spirit teacheth" (1:Cor.2:13). Balaam ...
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Teacheth (22 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Teacheth (22 Occurrences). ... Romans 12:7 Or ministry, let
us wait on our ministering: or he that teacheth, on teaching; (KJV ASV WBS). ...
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Traineth (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Traineth (3 Occurrences). 2 Samuel 22:35 He teacheth my
hands to war, So that mine arms do bend a bow of brass. (See JPS). ...
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Combining (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Corinthians 2:13 Which things also we speak, not in words which man's wisdom teacheth,
but which the Spirit teacheth; combining spiritual things with ...
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Steel (7 Occurrences)
... steel and marble. (WEY). 2 Samuel 22:35 He teacheth my hands to war; so that
a bow of steel is broken by mine arms. (KJV WBS). Job 20 ...
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Consulted (33 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 40:14 With whom consulted He, That he causeth Him to understand? And teacheth
Him in the path of judgment, And teacheth Him knowledge? ...
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Consult (27 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 40:14 With whom consulted He, That he causeth Him to understand? And teacheth
Him in the path of judgment, And teacheth Him knowledge? ...
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I-iii
... itself. "We speak," the apostle says, "not in words which man's wisdom teacheth,
but which the Spirit teacheth" (1 Corinthians 2:13). ...
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Introduction (3 Occurrences)
... itself. "We speak," the apostle says, "not in words which man's wisdom teacheth,
but which the Spirit teacheth" (1 Corinthians 2:13). ...
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Teachest (10 Occurrences)

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Ghost (123 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 2:13 Which things also we speak, not in the words which man's wisdom
teacheth, but which the Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with ...
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