What is Parable? 2. Why Jesus used parable many times when He wanted to convey a message to the people? 3. Do you think parable is still effective in our present time if we want to convey a message to others? Why or why not? 4. List down all the parables that was written in the Gospel books. There are more than 35 parables.

1. A parable is a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson, as told by Jesus in the Gospels. It is a teaching tool that invites listeners or readers to compare their own lives to the characters or events of the story.

2. Jesus used parables for several reasons. Firstly, they were a common teaching method in His time, so His audience would have been familiar with them. Secondly, parables use everyday situations and objects to convey deeper spiritual truths, making them more relatable and understandable. Lastly, parables have a way of bypassing our defenses and prejudices, allowing the message to reach our hearts more directly.

3. Yes, parables can still be effective in our present time. They are a universal form of communication that transcends cultural and linguistic barriers. They engage our imagination and emotions, making the message more memorable. However, their effectiveness also depends on the listener's openness to the message and their ability to understand and interpret the symbolism.

4. Here are some of the parables found in the Gospels:

   • The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37)
   • The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32)
   • The Sower (Matthew 13:1-23, Mark 4:1-20, Luke 8:4-15)
   • The Mustard Seed (Matthew 13:31-32, Mark 4:30-32, Luke 13:18-19)
   • The Yeast (Matthew 13:33, Luke 13:20-21)
   • The Hidden Treasure (Matthew 13:44)
   • The Pearl of Great Price (Matthew 13:45-46)
   • The Net (Matthew 13:47-50)
   • The Unforgiving Servant (Matthew 18:21-35)
   • The Workers in the Vineyard (Matthew 20:1-16)
   • The Two Sons (Matthew 21:28-32)
   • The Tenants (Matthew 21:33-46, Mark 12:1-12, Luke 20:9-19)
   • The Wedding Banquet (Matthew 22:1-14)
   • The Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1-13)
   • The Talents (Matthew 25:14-30)
   • The Sheep and the Goats (Matthew 25:31-46)
   • The Growing Seed (Mark 4:26-29)
   • The Rich Fool (Luke 12:13-21)
   • The Watchful Servants (Luke 12:35-40)
   • The Faithful Servant and the Evil Servant (Luke 12:42-48)
   • The Barren Fig Tree (Luke 13:6-9)
   • The Lost Sheep (Luke 15:3-7)
   • The Lost Coin (Luke 15:8-10)
   • The Unjust Steward (Luke 16:1-13)
   • The Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31)
   • The Unprofitable Servants (Luke 17:7-10)
   • The Persistent Widow (Luke 18:1-8)
   • The Pharisee and the Tax Collector (Luke 18:9-14)
   • The Minas (Luke 19:11-27)

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list and the interpretation of these parables can vary.