In India Teacher’s Day
is celebrated on 5th of September as an acknowledgment to the impact made by
the teachers towards the community. Since 1962 the day commemorates the
birthday of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakhrishnan, a great teacher and a staunch
believer of education, known for his influence towards the education system of
India.
According to Dr
Radhakhrishnan, “teachers should be the best minds in the country”. The
birthday of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakhrishnan came to be celebrated as Teachers Day
when some of his students requested him to allow them to celebrate his birthday
‘5th September’. Dr. Radhakrishnan said, “instead of celebrating my birthday distinctly,
it would be my proud pleasure if September 5 is observed as Teachers’ day”.
Since then 5th September is observed as Teachers Day all over India.
Teachers convey
knowledge and persuade the students in the right direction, educate them and
create accountable citizens and good human beings. They are the cornerstone of
our future. Celebrating Teachers Day is recognized by UNESCO and equally
popular is several countries across the globe.
Let's talk about a teacher who is greatest among all. His followers includes largest chunk of world population. He is Lord Jesus Christ. Many limit him in the office of teacher-ship but He is more than that; He is Lord.
Christ’s teaching was enlightening, reasonable, supported by Old Testament evidence, well-illustrated, recognized by divine power, unique, and exceptionally authoritative (Matthew 7:28).
Nicodemus, a ruler of
the Jews, accepted that Jesus of Nazareth was “a teacher” from God, as
documented by the “signs” which he did (John 3:2). A wealthy young leader
approached the Lord asking, “Teacher, what good thing shall I do, that I may
have eternal life?” (Matthew 19:16). Even Jesus’ rivals addressed him as
“Teacher” (Matthew 22:16, 24), though their use of the expression was not
always candid. Matthew tells us the crowds were so amazed at his teaching
because “he taught as one having authority, not as the teachers of the law”
(Matthew 7:29). The rabbis quoted each other, but Jesus spoke the true and
authoritative words of God. The noun (teacher) and verb (teach) combined are
used of Jesus some ninety times. The Jesus is addressed as “Teacher”
twenty-nine times in the Gospels.
Great men of India like
M.K. Gandhi, Ram Mohan Roy, Ramakrishna and many other placed Jesus among great
teachers. We know that He is the greatest teacher ever. We know that His
teachings are the greatest teachings that have ever been given to mankind.
Even the skeptical philosopher Ernest Renan (1823-92), who opposed Christian belief on almost all points, stated: “Jesus will ever be the creator of the pure spirit of religion; the Sermon on the Mount will never be surpassed”
Scottish theologian James Stuart said, “The teaching of Jesus has had a power and an effect with which the influence of no other teacher can even for a moment be compared.”
Jesus' words throb with
wisdom. For an instance, His concept about government and tax: "Render
therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that
are God's" (Matthew 22:21). The concept of God and worship: "Those
who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth" (John 4:24). The Sermon
on the Mount: "Love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to
those who hate you" (Matthew 5:44). The greatest commandment: "Love
the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul and with all your
mind ... Love your neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments hang all the
Law and the Prophets" (Matthew 22:37-40).
LUKE 6:40 AMP40 A student is not superior to his teacher; but everyone, after he has been completely trained, will be like his teacher.
Adam Clarke Commentary
on this verse;
Every one that is perfect - Or, thoroughly instructed, κατηρτισμενος : - from καταρτιζω, to adjust, adapt, knit together, restore, or put in joint. The noun is used by the Greek medical writers to signify the reducing a luxated or disjointed limb. It sometimes signifies to repair or mend, and in this sense it is applied to broken nets, Matthew 4:21; Mark 1:19; but in this place, and in Hebrews 13:21; 2 Timothy 3:17, it means complete instruction and information. Every one who is thoroughly instructed in Divine things, who has his heart united to God, whose disordered tempers and passions are purified and restored to harmony and order; every one who has in him the mind that was in Christ, though he cannot be above, yet will be as, his teacher - holy, harmless, undefiled, and separate from sinners.
This is a fact: men do develop
up into the likeness of what they appreciate. Great philosophers, men of
science, divines, soldiers, statesmen; these are taken as role models, and each
one has fashioned the lives of many others. It is not always a conscious
imitation. Mere relationship shapes us. A man can be known by his acquaintances.
If he is not like them he soon will be. They are his teachers in some degree,
and he will be like them. We should take care, then, whom we emulate.
Dr. Matthew K. Thomas gave a speech for all who want to become or are in the ministry of teaching. Below in the image is the message for all the teachers;
Yes !!! We are to become exhibition of His power, Extension of His life and Expression of His love.
It’s important to
understand that Jesus taught his disciples, unlike many modern teachers,
impartially. His unique teachings were with authority and kindness, reproof and
love, of life and death, ethics and spirituality, religion and society, law and
grace, to rich and beggar, to old and child, to man and woman, to priest and
gentile combined, And He said that we, his students, can be like Him if we get
properly trained (perfected). So as students we must understand that we are in
the process of learning; unending learning. And one day we shall be like Him.
In order to become a good and influential teacher or a student let's follow the nuggets mentioned in the image at the top.
UNIQUE TEACHINGS OF
JESUS CHRIST
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The World Says
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Jesus Christ Says
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Bible Verse
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If someone does something to
make you angry, it is okay to respond by telling him off.
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Being angry and calling someone
names can land you in hell.
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It is okay to look at a good
looking woman when you are married as long as you don't act upon your
desires.
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Looking with lust at a woman
makes you guilty of adultery.
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Divorce is okay if you are not
compatible with your spouse.
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Divorce (except in the case of
adultery) makes you and your spouse guilty of adultery.
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If circumstances beyond your
control prevent you from carrying out your vows, it is okay.
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Do not make vows at all, but do
as you say.
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You shouldn't let people take
advantage of you.
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Do not resist evil, but return
good for evil.
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It is okay to hate people who
are enemies to you.
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You are to love all people
and pray for those who hate you.
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It is okay to get your name on
a hospital wing or other worthy cause when you donate money.
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Give in secret, so that nobody
knows what you have done.
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Praying in public is a good way
to witness.
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Pray in secret to God with
sincerity.
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If people do evil things to
you, it is okay to get even.
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Forgive all who
sin against you.
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Eat, drink and be merry!
"He who dies with the most things wins."
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Do not accumulate things just
because you have extra money. Use your resources for eternal purposes.
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Always try to get rich. Money
will make you happy.
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A person cannot serve God and
money at the same time. Make choices that have eternal impact.
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Shop 'till you drop. She who
has the most clothes wins.
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Do not worry about your
clothing or your food, but trust in God for your needs.
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If you are worried, take a
little pill and relax.
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Don't worry about tomorrow.
There is enough to do today.
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Did you read about the latest
gossip about that movie star?
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Do not judge others. Examine
your own behavior.
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