Unlocking the Wisdom of Diddikai: Exploring Early Christian Informal Teachings

Diddikai (διδακαί) is a Greek word that means "lessons" or "instructions". In the context of early Christianity, diddikai were short, informal teachings or lessons given by Jesus or his disciples to small groups of followers. These teachings were often given in response to specific questions or needs of the audience, and they were intended to provide guidance and wisdom for living a life of faith.

Diddikai were not formal sermons or lectures, but rather informal conversations or discussions that were meant to be practical and applicable to everyday life. They were often delivered in an informal setting, such as a home or a marketplace, and they were intended to be memorable and easy to understand.

The diddikai of Jesus and his disciples were not written down during their lifetime, but they were passed down orally through the generations by those who heard them. Many of these teachings were eventually recorded in the New Testament, where they are known as "sayings" or "parables".