What does the term 'Abba' mean in the context of Jesus' teachings?

• A. Lord
• B. Father
• C. King
• D. Master

Answer: (B)

Abba denotes an intimate, familial way of addressing God. In Jesus’ teaching and prayer, he uses Abba to speak to the Father with trust and closeness—like calling God “Dad” or “Papa.” This signals Jesus’ unique sonship and a relationship of dependence and affection in prayer. The same Aramaic term appears in Paul’s letters to describe believers who have been adopted into God’s family and can cry out, “Abba, Father,” by the Spirit. Because of this personal, loving sense, Abba means Father in a warm, relational way rather than a formal title.

That’s why the best answer is Father. The other terms—Lord, King, Master—are more about authority or role, whereas Abba emphasizes intimate relationship and trust.