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===Nature / types of parables===
The [[Greek]] word "[[Παραβολη]]" has a wide meanings. It can be used for riddles, stories, or comparisons.
There are differences of opinion as to what actually constitutes a parable. What one person considers a parable, another may not. Some theologians class Jesus' parables into 1 of 4 general types
* Similitude
** Example: Kingdom of Heaven is like a mustard seed ([[Matthew 13]])
* Story
** Example: Good Samaritan ([[Luke 10]])
* Extended metaphor
** Example: Great Banquet ([[Luke 14]])
* Allegory
** Example: Wicked tenants
===Purpose of parables===
