A scholar, Matthew 10:24 . In the New Testament it is applied principally to the followers of Christ; sometimes to those of John the Baptist, Matthew 22:16 . It is used in a special manner to point out the twelve, Matthew 10:1 11:1 20:17 . A disciple of Christ may now be defined as one who believes his doctrine, rests upon his sacrifice, imbibes his spirit, imitates his example, and lives to do his work.