parable Synonyms
parable Meaning
parable (n)
a short moral story (often with animal characters)
(New Testament) any of the stories told by Jesus to convey his religious message
parable (a.)
Procurable.
parable (n.)
A comparison; a similitude; specifically, a short fictitious narrative of something which might really occur in life or nature, by means of which a moral is drawn; as, the parables of Christ.
parable (v. t.)
To represent by parable.
parable Sentence Examples
- Jesus often taught through parables, using stories to convey deeper truths.
- The parable of the prodigal son demonstrates the love of a forgiving father.
- The parable of the Good Samaritan encourages us to show compassion to strangers.
- In the parable of the sower, Jesus illustrates the different ways people respond to God's message.
- The parable of the mustard seed emphasizes the growth and impact of the kingdom of God.
- The parable of the sheep and the goats depicts the judgment of the righteous and the unrighteous.
- The parable of the talents teaches us the importance of using our gifts and abilities for God's glory.
- The parable of the lost coin illustrates the joy of finding what is lost.
- The parable of the wedding banquet highlights the consequences of rejecting God's invitation.
- Through parables, Jesus revealed spiritual truths in a relatable and memorable way.
FAQs About the word parable
a short moral story (often with animal characters), (New Testament) any of the stories told by Jesus to convey his religious messageProcurable., A comparison; a
tale,allegory, fable,apologue, narrative, bestiary, beast fable, myth, morality play, legend
No antonyms found.
Jesus often taught through parables, using stories to convey deeper truths.
The parable of the prodigal son demonstrates the love of a forgiving father.
The parable of the Good Samaritan encourages us to show compassion to strangers.
In the parable of the sower, Jesus illustrates the different ways people respond to God's message.
