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Runtime: 11 minsTim Hull, Graham Stanton and James Dunn discuss the the parables of Jesus. Jesus's distinctive use of parables marked a departure from Jewish and Greco-Roman traditions. Unlike other Jewish teachers who linked parables to Scripture, Jesus's parables related directly to everyday life, not as mere interpretations of Scripture. His frequent use of parables, illustrated in diverse forms like narratives and aphorisms, highlighted the message of the kingdom of God. Jesus' parables were not allegorical sermons but provocative narratives challenging comfort and urging change. Historical approaches shifted from allegorical interpretation to a focus on singular meanings, although modern views embrace their potential for conveying multiple insights, preserving the essence of Jesus's narrative approach.
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Produced in January 2009. Provisional captions.
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