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A parable is a story that is told to illustrate a religious idea. Jesus often taught using parables.

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A parable is a story that is told to illustrate a religious idea. Jesus often taught using parables.

Parables of Jesus

In the Gospels, Jesus of taught in parables; this word is derived from the Greek word parabole. It can be used to refer to stories that make a point (like the Good Samaritan), stories that are allegories (like the parable of the Sower) or simple statements.

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