July 10 : Parables

The priest at Mass today gave us the definition of a parable. From what I remember, it went something like this: A parable is a simile or metaphor drawn from nature or common life that conveys thought. Hmmmmm.....so Jesus spoke in parables because He wanted us think! He wanted us to dig deeper into the truth. He wanted us to be able to relate His teachings to what we already know. Jesus is a genius :)