John 3:26

and respectful greetings in the marketplaces, and being called Rabbi by men.

“But do not be called Rabbi; for One is your Teacher, and you are all brothers.

He came as a witness, to bear witness about the Light, so that all might believe through him.

These things took place in Bethany beyond the Jordan, where John was baptizing.

this man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You have come from God as a teacher; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him.”

Therefore when Jesus knew that the Pharisees had heard that Jesus was making and baptizing more disciples than John

(although Jesus Himself was not baptizing, but His disciples were),

Meanwhile the disciples were urging Him, saying, “Rabbi, eat.”

“You have sent to John, and he has borne witness to the truth.