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parable, parables, lesson

Definition:

The term "parable" usually refers to a short story or object lesson that is used to explain or teach a moral truth. It can also refer to a saying that is difficult to understand and about which the hearer will have to think carefully before he can understand what the speaker is teaching.

• Jesus used parables to teach his disciples. Although he also told parables to the crowds of people, he did not always explain the parable.
• Jesus used parables to reveal truth to his disciples and to hide the truth from people like the Pharisees who did not believe in him.
• The prophet Nathan told David a parable to show the king his terrible sin.
• The story of the Good Samaritan is an example of a parable that is a story. Jesus's comparison of old and new wineskins is an example of a parable that was an object lesson to help the disciples understand Jesus's teachings.

(See also: Samaria)

Bible References:

• Proverbs 01:06
• Luke 05:36
• Luke 06:39
• Luke 08:04
• Luke 08:9-10
• Mark 04:01
• Matthew 13:03
• Matthew 13:10
• Matthew 13:13

Word Data:

• Strong's: H1819, H4426, H4912, G3850, G3942