2567. kalodidaskalos
Lexicon
kalodidaskalos: Teacher of good; one who instructs in what is good

Original Word: καλοδιδάσκαλος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: kalodidaskalos
Pronunciation: ka-lo-di-DAS-ka-los
Phonetic Spelling: (kal-od-id-as'-kal-os)
Definition: Teacher of good; one who instructs in what is good
Meaning: a teacher of that which is noble (honorable) and good.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
teacher of good things.

From kalos and didaskalos; a teacher of the right -- teacher of good things.

see GREEK kalos

see GREEK didaskalos

HELPS Word-studies

2567 kalodidáskalos (from 2570 /kalós, "attractively good" and 1320 /didáskalos, "a teacher") – properly, a teacher sharing what is honorable and noble – literally, "a teacher of winsome goodness."

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from kalos and didaskalos
Definition
a teacher of good
NASB Translation
teaching what (1), teaching what is good (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 2567: καλοδιδάσκαλος

καλοδιδάσκαλος, καλοδιδασκαλου, , (διδάσκαλος and καλόν, cf. ἱεροδιδασκαλος, νομοδιδάσκαλος, χοροδιδάσκαλος), teaching that which is good, a teacher of goodness: Titus 2:3. Nowhere else.

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: From καλός (kalos, meaning "good" or "noble") and διδάσκαλος (didaskalos, meaning "teacher" or "instructor").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for καλοδιδάσκαλος, the concept of teaching and instruction in righteousness can be related to several Hebrew terms, such as:

- מוֹרֶה (moreh) • teacher, instructor (Strong's Hebrew 4175)
- לָמַד (lamad) • to learn, teach (Strong's Hebrew 3925)
- יָסַר (yasar) • to discipline, instruct (Strong's Hebrew 3256)

These Hebrew terms reflect the broader biblical theme of imparting wisdom and guiding others in the ways of righteousness, which aligns with the role of a καλοδιδάσκαλος in the New Testament.

Usage: The term καλοδιδάσκαλος is used in the New Testament to describe individuals, particularly women, who are tasked with teaching and instructing others in virtuous and righteous living. It emphasizes the role of imparting wisdom and guidance in accordance with moral and ethical standards.

Context: The term καλοδιδάσκαλος appears in the New Testament in the context of instructing others in virtuous living. It is specifically found in Titus 2:3, where older women are encouraged to be "teachers of good things." This instruction is part of a broader exhortation for various groups within the Christian community to live in a manner that reflects sound doctrine and godly character.

In Titus 2:3-5 (BSB), Paul writes: "Older women likewise are to be reverent in their behavior, not slanderers or addicted to much wine, but teachers of good. In this way they can train the young women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled, pure, managers of their households, kind, and subject to their own husbands, so that the word of God will not be discredited."

The role of a καλοδιδάσκαλος is significant in the early Christian community, as it underscores the importance of mentorship and the transmission of values that align with Christian teachings. The emphasis is on living a life that is exemplary and worthy of emulation, thereby upholding the integrity of the Christian witness.

The concept of teaching what is good is not limited to formal instruction but extends to the influence one has through their conduct and example. It highlights the communal aspect of the faith, where individuals are responsible for encouraging and building up one another in love and good deeds.

Forms and Transliterations
καλοδιδασκαλους καλοδιδασκάλους kalodidaskalous kalodidaskálous
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Englishman's Concordance
Titus 2:3 Adj-AFP
GRK: πολλῷ δεδουλωμένας καλοδιδασκάλους
NAS: to much wine, teaching what is good,
KJV: to much wine, teachers of good things;
INT: much enslaved teachers of what is good

Strong's Greek 2567
1 Occurrence


καλοδιδασκάλους — 1 Occ.















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