Rabboni

Rabboni - My Master

About the time of Christ this title came into use in the school of Hillel. It is said to have been given to only seven of their wise men who were preeminent for their learning. Gamaliel, distinguished as preceptor of the apostle Paul, was one of them. The term is significant in the higher degrees of Masonry, and has been given the translation of "a most excellent Master." The title once applied to Christ… — ( John 20:16 )

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Biblical Reference

John 20:16

Jesus saith unto her, Mary. She turned herself, and saith unto him, Rabboni; which is to say, Master.

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