mathetes. This comes from the verb manthano, to learn, hence its meaning 'one who follows one's teaching.' In the sense used it also implies not just one who follows teaching but also imitates the teacher.
Apprentice in latin?
The term disciple is translated from the New Testament Greek word mathetes which means pupil but the most common interpretation is from the Latin term discipulus which means Learner.
Disciple literally means "follower".Another answer:The literal meaning of the word "disciple" as used in the New Testament (Greek mathetes) is, "learner; pupil." Luke 6:40 - A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone who is perfectly trained will be like his teacher. [NKJV]
The Abaluhya (Luhya) equivalent for the English word 'disciple' is "abekaa".
nounrepresentative, the German ambassador to Poland, minister, agent,deputy, diplomat, envoy, consul, attaché, emissary, legate,plenipotentiary,
Aramaic uses the word for scholar, which is תלמיד (talmíd)
In New Testament usage, "disciple" (Greek mathetes) means "a learner, pupil." The purpose of discipleship is not just to "follow the leader;" the purpose is to learn from the leader in order to emulate, or become like, the leader.Luke 6:40 - A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone who is perfectly trained will be like his teacher. [NKJV]
The word 'disciple' or 'disciples' appears in The Bible 294 times.
The disciple listened closely as their mentor shared valuable teachings and guidance.
An Analogeticist is a disciple of the Ancient Greek philosopher Ammonius Saccas.
discipulus
Disciple is mentioned 257 times in the Bible