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A "parable" is a comparison, similitude, allegory-
-a short, mainly fictitious, narrative from which we learn a moral or spiritual truth.
-a means of explaining a thing by figuratively 'placing it beside' another similar thing.
-a prolonged metaphor in which a series of actions are symbolic of other actions
(Galatians 4:24)(2Peter 2:22).
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∙ 10y agoParables are stories, short and to the point. They usually have human characters not animals and they usually use an everyday thing/activity to describe a spiritual truth.
The word parable comes from the Greek word parabolē, which means "comparison, illustration, analogy."
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What are characteristics of the father in The Parable of the Prodigal Son?
the characteristics of the father are caring inviting welcoming loving responsible fair
The first parable told in the Gospel of Matthew is the parable of the?
parable of the sower
What is one parable that Jesus told his disciples?
One parable that Jesus told his disciples is the Parable of the Good Samaritan, found in the Gospel of Luke. It teaches about showing compassion and kindness to others, regardless of differences or social status. It emphasizes the importance of loving your neighbor as yourself.
An Example Of a parable?
The parable of the seeds and the sower
Was the parable of the sower the only parable Jesus explained?
No Jesus also explained the parable of the Wheats and the Tares.
What is the lesson of the parable?
Each parable has a different lesson.
Name a parable in the Bible?
The parable of the good Samaritan.
Can a parable contain a paradox?
can a parable contain a paradox
How do you write a parable?
a parable is a short story with a message
Examples of a parable?
The parable of the Good Samaritan teaches about showing kindness and compassion to others, regardless of their background or differences. The parable of the Prodigal Son illustrates the concept of forgiveness and redemption. The parable of the Sower highlights the importance of how different people receive and respond to the message of God.
How many of his parables did Jesus give an explanation for?
It is believed that Jesus told around 35 parables during his ministry though they vary in number depending on the source. Of these 35 parables Jesus only gave explanations for 10 of them. These parables with explanations are as follows: Parable of the Sower Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds Parable of the Mustard Seed Parable of the Hidden Treasure Parable of the Pearl of Great Price Parable of the Dragnet Parable of the Unforgiving Servant Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard Parable of the Good Samaritan Parable of the Ten VirginsThese parables and their explanations can be found in the Bible in the books of Matthew Mark and Luke.
A parable that uses the animal kingdom?
It is the parable of the lost sheep.
