Parables

1The Growing SeedMark 4:26-29

2. New Wine into Old Wineskins Mark 2:21-22

3. Parable of the strong man Mark 3:27-27

4. Parable of the Sower Mark 4:3-9

5. Parable of the Mustard Seed Mark 4:30-32

6. The Wicked Husbandmen Mark 12:1-9

7. The Budding Fig Tree Mark 13:28-31

If you mean the parable of the "prodigal son" in the Bible then:

I think there is no moral lesson in the parable. Parables - in the Bible - are usually concerned with spiritual truths not morals.

When Jesus tells this parable some Pharisees and scribes are also listening:

Luke 15:1 Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him.

Luke 15:2 And the Pharisees and scribes complained, saying, "This Man receives sinners and eats with them."

Luke 15:3 So He spoke this parable to them, saying: .........................

In the parable the father represents God, the youngest son represents Israel and the oldest son represents the scribes and Pharisees.

The oldest son is prejudiced towards the youngest son because the youngest son is treated well, given a lot of attention etc by the father.

In the gospels we can see Jesus paid a lot of attention to the ordinary people the scribes and Pharisees of the day were jealous because they thought they were the spiritual men of Israel. They were put out that Jesus "received sinners" they thought Jesus should have been spending time with them - they were the 'spiritual' ones.

"The Minister's Black Veil" is a Gothic short story by Nathaniel Hawthorne. It features elements such as mystery, darkness, and symbolism, all common in Gothic literature. The story's somber tone, exploration of sin and guilt, and the use of the veil as a symbol of hidden truths contribute to its Gothic style.

The message in the parable of the tortured debtor, also known as the unmerciful servant, is about the importance of forgiveness and showing mercy to others as we have received mercy ourselves. It teaches that we should be willing to forgive others as we have been forgiven by God. Failure to show mercy and forgiveness may result in consequences.

"The Minister's Black Veil" by Nathaniel Hawthorne tells the story of a minister who starts wearing a black veil that covers his face. The veil serves as a symbol of hidden sin and isolation, leading to the minister being alienated from his community. The story explores themes of guilt, judgment, and the consequences of concealing one's true self.

In a Biblical parable, one would expect to hear a story that teaches a moral or spiritual lesson using everyday situations or familiar imagery. These parables are often used by Jesus in the New Testament to convey deeper truths about the kingdom of God and how people should live their lives.

what are the purposes of using the parables?

The meaning of the parable, each and every one of us are very precious in the sight of god. and he has no desire to see any one should get lost for ever.
It means that God rejoices over a sinner who repents than 99 good people who don't need to.
Here in the parable of the lost sheep, we sinful man are the lost sheep, and god is trhe sheperd who looks out for the sinners to repent and come home.
This is a story told by Jesus of Nazerus to explain his and God's love for everyone. If there is a hundred good people, but one person sins, he will leave all the others because they are doing fine, and go to comfort and save the sinner. Hope this helps on your path to God's mercy.
God will go to great lengths to be available to those who stray - He will be right there waiting when they are ready to turn to Him.

Jesus tells the parable in response to Peter's question - "......if my brother sins against me how often should I forgive him?"

The teaching is at the end of the parable in Matthew 18:25:

Matthew 18:35 "So My heavenly Father also will do to you if each of you, from his heart, does not forgive his brother his trespasses."

God has forgiven us we should forgive others.

This example is called the parable of the lost fool it is found in the Bible in the New Testament in the book of Luke.

Luke 12:15 And He said to them, "Take heed and beware of covetousness, for one's life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses."

Jesus says this before He tells the parable.

The parable of the rich fool illustrates the fact that possessions are not the principal thing in life. Because of an good crop, this wealthy farmer was faced with what seemed to him a problem. He did not know what to do with all the grain. All his barns and silos were full to capacity. So he decided to pull down his barns and build bigger ones.

As soon as his new barns were built, he planned to retire. Notice his spirit of self sufficiency: my barns, my fruits, my goods, my soul. He had the future all planned. He was going to take his ease, eat, drink, and be merry.

But then his life ended suddenly and all his material wealth was nothing to him. Worldly treasure is nothing.

The black veil is a symbol of secret sin. This could represent the secret sin that all men carry in their hearts, or it could be representative of Mr. Hooper's specific sin, adultery. Edgar Allan Poe speculated that Minister Hooper may have had an affair with the young lady who died at the beginning of the story, as this is the first day he wears the veil, "and that a crime of dark dye, (having reference to the young lady) has been committed, is a point which only minds congenial with that of the author will perceive." Also, he is unable to tell his fiancée why he wears the veil due to a vow he has made, and is unwilling to show his face to the young lady even in death. Also, two funeral attendees see a vision of him walking hand in hand with the girl's spirit.

A parable is an illustration that puts something familiar alongside something unfamiliar. A parable is similar to a fable or an allegory or a proverb but parables are generally concerned with spiritual matters.

No, parables are not a form of parodies. Parables are short stories that teach a moral or spiritual lesson, often using metaphor or symbolism, while parodies are humorous or satirical imitations of another work or style.

The parable of the persistent widow teaches the importance of perseverance in prayer and faith in God's justice. It emphasizes the idea of continuing to seek justice or help from God without giving up, even when faced with obstacles or delays. The parable highlights the importance of persistence and trust in God's timing and provision.

The climax of "Parable of the Sower" occurs when the protagonist, Lauren Olamina, leads her group to safety after facing numerous challenges on the road. Their arrival at a new community where they can potentially thrive marks a turning point in the story.

I don't think there is a moral to Black Beauty but the author advocates for fairer treatment of horses in Victorian England.

The story is narrated from Black Beauty's perspective and possibly readers gained insight into how horses suffered through their use by human beings with restrictive technical objects like the "bearing rein" and "blinkers" as well as procedures like cutting off the tails of the horses.

Jesus is known for telling parables that taught moral or spiritual lessons about the kingdom of heaven in the Bible. His parables, such as the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son, were meant to convey important messages in a relatable and easily understandable way.

The painting is in The Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg.

The word "fascade" can best take the place of "veil" in "The Minister's Black Veil" as it also represents a symbolic barrier or concealment that the minister wears to hide his true self and isolate himself from others.

Because sermons address biblical topics and explain their meaning. In Luke 15, Jesus told three parables (The Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin, and The Prodigal Son) after the Pharisees and the teachers of the Law complained about Him welcoming sinners and eating with Him. The account of the three parables ends with the complaint of the elder son, who betrayed a total lack of the understanding of the loving heart of the father-like the Pharisees, who had no idea why Jesus would want to associate Himself with sinners. The Prodigal Son parable is a picture of God and His angels welcoming home returning souls.

Without reading them all again I would say Israel. Jesus said .................. "I was not sent except to the lost sheep of the house of Israel." Mat 15:24. So Israel is the central subject of Jesus' parables.

The parable of the Lost Coin is the second parable in a group of three parables - The Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin and the Lost Son.

If you look at the context of the parables, you will see the parables are specifically about God's love for the 'lost' nation of Israel. Jesus tells these parables in response to a complaint by the scribes and Pharisees that He is associating with common people

Luke 15:1-3 Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him. And the Pharisees and scribes complained, saying, "This Man receives sinners and eats with them." So He spoke this parable to them, saying:

Apart from the primary application to Israel, these three parables are about God's love for people who are lost.

The parable of the Good Shepherd is a parable that is only found in the Gospel of John. It emphasizes Jesus as the Good Shepherd who cares for his sheep and is willing to lay down his life for them.

Billy Graham highlights the importance of the Parable of the Sower in illustrating the different responses people have to the message of God, emphasizing the need for individuals to have open hearts to receive and respond to God's word. He teaches that just as the seeds fell on different types of soil in the parable, people also respond differently to the gospel message based on the condition of their hearts. Graham encourages believers to strive for hearts that are receptive and eager to grow in faith.