"The rabbi walked his pet goat to Starbucks."
The rabbi made everyone feel welcome in his congregation.
The Rabbi visited the factory in order to ascertain its fitness for Kashrut (Kosher) certification.
If you are referring to a specific rabbi using a proper noun/title, yes— in the same way you would use “Reverend” or “Father” as a title. If you are using the word as an improper noun, then no. It is like the words “doctor“ and “professor” in this way. Examples: I met Rabbi Goldbloom‘s husband yesterday. Her husband is also a rabbi. Talk to your rabbi about that issue. My rabbi— whose name is Rabbi Diamond— is of a different sect. Did you try the gefilte-fish, Rabbi? Credentials: native American English speaker, and a Jew :)
You may address then as Rabbi, or just use their name; both are acceptable.
After praying for many days, the rabbi received a litany from god.
Turkish Jews would just use the Hebrew word, either rav or rabbi.
Yes, in order to use the title of 'Rabbi', a person must receive their 'smicha' through a Jewish religious school (Yeshiva).
Jonah revealed his asinine tendencies when he rudely insulted the rabbi.
I believe the correct form of address is Reb, but you could also use the respectful term, sir.
The only use of the word rabbi is to refer to a Jewish teacher or scholar. Rabbis are often prayer leaders as well.
Originally, it was a rabbi, a rabbi, and a rabbi walk into a bar. . .