rabbi
Refers to a Jewish religious teacher and leader, especially in historical or biblical contexts.
Jesus debated with the rabbis.
Specifically denotes a Jewish scribe in the context of the Bible, an expert in the Law of Moses.
The scribes were skilled in interpreting the Scriptures.
Compound of 律法 (りっぽう, 'law', especially religious law) and 学者 (がくしゃ, 'scholar').