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Encyclopedia > K. David

Rev. Dr. K. David[1] was a Pastor, New Testament Scholar, Bible Translator and an able Administrator. He was a member in the Society for Biblical Studies. Main article: Minister of religion A pastor is the head minister or priest of a Christian church. ... John 21:1 Jesus Appears to His Disciples--Alessandro Mantovani: the Vatican, Rome. ... Society for Biblical Studies (SBS) is a body of Biblical Scholars in India. ...


Rev. David knew Greek, English and Telugu. The English language is a West Germanic language that originates in England. ... Telugu (తెలుగు)is a Dravidian language spoken in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, where it is the official language. ...

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Background

Rev. David was raised in the Church environment in the mission area of the Canadian Baptist Mission[2] in Krishna District. Discipline and obedience were natural to him. Canadian Baptist Mission (CBM) was established by the Baptist Missionaries of Canada about 150 years ago. ... Map showing krishna district Krishna District is a district of Indias Andhra Pradesh state. ...


Divinity

Accepting the 'call', the young David left for Serampore College, West Bengal to pursue Bachelor of Divinity through the Convention of Baptist Churches of Northern Circars, his parent Church. After returning, his Church posted him to a rural congregation which he ministered. Serampore College is a Christian Seminary located in India. ... West Bengal   (Bengali: পশ্চিমবঙ্গ, Pōshchimbäŋgō) is a state in eastern India. ... A Bachelor of Divinity (BD or BDiv) is usually an undergraduate academic degree awarded for a courses taken in the study of divinity or related disciplines, such as theology or, rarely, religious studies. ... Convention of Baptist Churches of Northern Circars (CBCNC)[1][2]is a denomination existent in north coastal Andhra Pradesh. ...


Further Studies

On sponsorship from the Seminary Council of the Baptist Theological Seminary, Rev. David proceeded again to Serampore College to pursue Master of Theology in New Testament. This was around 1964. Juniors pursuing Bachelor of Divinity were amazed at his studiousness and interest in the scriptures thereby setting models for others to emulate. Baptist Theological Seminary[1] is a regional seminary located in Jagannaickpur, Church Square, Kakinada in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. ... Serampore College is a Christian Seminary located in India. ... A Masters degree which is typically earned after one has already completed a Master of Divinity or a Master of Theological Studies. ... John 21:1 Jesus Appears to His Disciples--Alessandro Mantovani: the Vatican, Rome. ... A Bachelor of Divinity (BD or BDiv) is usually an undergraduate academic degree awarded for a courses taken in the study of divinity or related disciplines, such as theology or, rarely, religious studies. ...


Biblical Teacher

Successful studies led to the Convention of Baptist Churches of Northern Circars (CBCNC), his parent Church, to assign him a teaching task at the newly created Andhra Christian Theological College - an ecumenical seminary located at the river town of Rajahmundry. Later, the College shifted to Secunderabad. Convention of Baptist Churches of Northern Circars (CBCNC)[1][2]is a denomination existent in north coastal Andhra Pradesh. ... Andhra Christian Theological College (ACTC)[1] is an ecumenical enterprise of the mainline Churches in Andhra Pradesh in India. ... Rajahmundry or Rajamundry (రాజహ్మండ్రి in Telugu) is a major city in East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh state of southern India. ... Secunderabad is the twin city of Hyderabad, India, and is separated by the man made lake, Husain Sagar, from the capital of Andhra Pradesh. ...


Further Studies

With interest to pursue research in New Testament, the Board of Governors of ACTC granted him study leave on sponsorship from his parent Church - CBCNC. Then, Rev.David proceeded to Scotland to pursue Ph.D. in New Testament in the University of Edinburgh. His research and scholarly abilities were put to test and soon Rev.David emerged out of the University in flying colours. John 21:1 Jesus Appears to His Disciples--Alessandro Mantovani: the Vatican, Rome. ... Motto: (Latin for No one provokes me with impunity)1. ... Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. ... John 21:1 Jesus Appears to His Disciples--Alessandro Mantovani: the Vatican, Rome. ... The University of Edinburgh, founded in 1583, is a renowned centre for teaching and research in Edinburgh, Scotland. ...


Return to ACTC

Once back at ACTC, Dr. David began delivering quality Biblical education to his pupils. With the end of two terms of Principalship of Rev. Dr. P. Victor Premasagar, Rev. Dr. K. David became the Principal[3]. Tranquility and calm prevailed throughout his tenure. Daunting administrative tasks were resolved with ease. Never once did he let know others of the travails of running a College. Rev. ...


Service before self was put into practise by this simple vegetarian-loving Pastor. Simplicity, honesty, discipline, obedience and frugality were all seen in him. Growing-up children at ACTC readily recall the ever-smiling Dr. David.


With extension of another term by the Board of Governors of ACTC, Dr.David continued his good work till his second term ended. Rev. Dr. S. Joseph, another New Testament Teacher succeeded him. Dr.David continued teaching in ACTC until Serampore College invited him. John 21:1 Jesus Appears to His Disciples--Alessandro Mantovani: the Vatican, Rome. ... Serampore College is a Christian Seminary located in India. ...


Serampore College

In 1987, Dr. K. David proceeded to Serampore College as it was his wish to teach there. After teaching New Testament for a few more years, Dr. David breathed his last. His grave lies in the opposite end facing the grave of Rev. Dr. William Carey in Serampore Town in West Bengal. Serampore College is a Christian Seminary located in India. ... Serampore College is a Christian Seminary located in India. ... John 21:1 Jesus Appears to His Disciples--Alessandro Mantovani: the Vatican, Rome. ... William Carey (August 17, 1761 – June 9, 1834) was an English missionary and Baptist minister, known as the father of modern missions. ... Serampore, India, is a pre-colonial town on the right bank of the Hoogli River in the Hooghly (Hughli) district of West Bengal. ... West Bengal   (Bengali: পশ্চিমবঙ্গ, Pōshchimbäŋgō) is a state in eastern India. ...


New Testament Scholar

With Dr. David's expertise in the New Testament, he was invited to many fora. The National Biblical, Catechetical and Liturgical Centre (NBCLC)[4] invited him along with Rev. Dr. Victor Premasagar for taking up scholarly talks. John 21:1 Jesus Appears to His Disciples--Alessandro Mantovani: the Vatican, Rome. ... John 21:1 Jesus Appears to His Disciples--Alessandro Mantovani: the Vatican, Rome. ... Rev. ...


Bible Translator

Rev. David was involved in the common language translation programme of the Bible Society of India - Andhra Pradesh Auxiliary. Visits to the Bible House on Rashtrapathi Road were frequent. Portions of the New Testament were translated from the Greek New Testament. The Bible Society of India (BSI) is a body that is authorized to translate, produce, distribute and market the Holy Bible. ... John 21:1 Jesus Appears to His Disciples--Alessandro Mantovani: the Vatican, Rome. ... John 21:1 Jesus Appears to His Disciples--Alessandro Mantovani: the Vatican, Rome. ...


Baptist Theological Seminary

Along with his colleagues in ACTC belonging to CBCNC, Dr.David used to proceed to Kakinada to undertake teaching assignments in the Baptist Theological Seminary (BTS) then under the Principalship of Rev.S.E.Krupa Rao. The BTS used to offer Graduate of Theology (G.Th.) programmes for 10th standard passed students. Baptist Theological Seminary[1] is a regional seminary located in Jagannaickpur, Church Square, Kakinada in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. ... Kakinada   is a city and a municipality in East Godavari district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. ... Baptist Theological Seminary[1] is a regional seminary located in Jagannaickpur, Church Square, Kakinada in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. ...


Church Leadership

Dr. David belonged to the Canadian Baptist Mission (CBM) a.k.a. Convention of Baptist Churches of Northern Circars (CBCNC), he played an active role in providing leadership to the Church. At one time Dr.David was elected the President of CBCNC. Canadian Baptist Mission (CBM) was established by the Baptist Missionaries of Canada about 150 years ago. ... Convention of Baptist Churches of Northern Circars (CBCNC)[1][2]is a denomination existent in north coastal Andhra Pradesh. ...


References

Notes
  1. ^ Andhra Christian Theological College ACTC Past Teachers
  2. ^ Convention of Baptist Churches of Northern Circars
  3. ^ See Victor Premasagar#Professor
  4. ^ The Catholic Bishops's Conference of India [1] NBCLC

 

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