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What was the primary purpose behind Jesus's use of parables?
What was the primary purpose behind Jesus's use of parables?
How did people's reactions to Jesus's teachings and miracles change over time?
How did people's reactions to Jesus's teachings and miracles change over time?
What were 'meshalim' in the context of Jesus's teachings?
What were 'meshalim' in the context of Jesus's teachings?
Besides parables, what other methods did Jesus employ in his ministry?
Besides parables, what other methods did Jesus employ in his ministry?
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Why did Jesus feel the need to incorporate parables into his teaching?
Why did Jesus feel the need to incorporate parables into his teaching?
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Study Notes
Parables of Jesus
- Jesus used parables, healings, and direct instruction to form citizens of the kingdom.
- Parables were a crucial part of Jesus's ministry.
- The people's response to Jesus's instruction and miracles dulled over time.
- People viewed Jesus's healings and exorcisms as performances rather than God's power.
- Jesus used parables to help people understand his teachings better.
- Rabbis also used similar methods to teach.
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Explore the significant role of parables in Jesus's ministry. This quiz delves into how Jesus used stories and miracles to convey his teachings and the varied responses of the people. Understand the context and impact of these narratives within the kingdom of God.