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A parable is a short allegorical story designed to illustrate or teach some truth, religious principle, or moral lesson.

Yes, you can learn from parables.
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What is the parables trying to teach us?

The parables in the Bible are about a number of topics. Usually the parables convey a spiritual truth. Many of Jesus' parable were directed at the nation of Israel, through the parables Jesus showed the nation of Israel that they have departed from God's ways eg parable of the Lost Son, The Lost Coin Some parables are about the kingdom of God eg The Sower, The Hidden Treasure.


How is the parable of the lost coin and the lost son connected?

Both parables are about the nation of Israel. These two parables are also connected with the parable of the lost sheep which is told before the lost coin and the lost son. Jesus came to call Israel to repentance and many of his parables are about this. These parables are not about the church/christians though many people do apply the parables to people being 'saved'.


What are the examples of philippine parable?

Some examples of Philippine parables include "The Hawk and the Hen," "The Monkey and the Turtle," and "The Carabao and the Shell." These parables often teach moral lessons and are deeply rooted in Filipino culture and traditions.


Are parables a helpful way of getting a moral point across?

Yes, parables are a helpful way of conveying moral lessons by using simple stories that resonate with the audience. They can make complex concepts more understandable and relatable, often leaving a lasting impact on listeners.


Which conqueror does the monk not include in his parables?

The conqueror excluded from the monk's parables is Alexander the Great. He chose to mention brutal and ruthless conquerors like Attila the Hun and Genghis Khan as cautionary tales of power and its consequences, while omitting Alexander due to his philosophy of assimilation and cultural exchange.

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