The office of teaching elder can be used to describe a theological professor. However, what is the task of a professor? To whom is he accountable? This article deals with these questions. Starting from the church order, the author works out the position and task of the professor.

The office of a teaching elder can be used to describe a theological professor. What does this title mean when it is used in that way? What is the task of a professor? To whom is he accountable to? Looking first at the church order, the author of this article deals with these questions.