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Session 7 Video

Session 7 covers Historical Background: the Dress of the Parable. It also includes all issues at stake and parables where it matters.

Session 7

Historical Background: the Dress of the Parable

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https://content.lessons.church/files/study/erBukEAP4AJ/bfV5iOBI0ae/Parables (Mark Scott) 2016.pdf?dt=1661524672497

Dr. Mark Scott, a New Testament faculty member, explores the concept of parables as unconventional stories employed by Jesus to illuminate the dynamic rule of God in the world. Through this series, he delves into the nature and purpose of parables, offering insights from various sources and examining their historical and cultural backdrop. The sessions delve into defining parables, exploring antecedents, discussing the functions and purposes they serve, and providing an in-depth analysis of specific parables found in the Gospels.

Parables

Dr. Mark Scott explores the transformative nature of Jesus' parables, revealing the dynamic reign of God in the world.

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- Bailey helps us greatly here.

- Issues at stake:

  - Where the parable flies to fantasy and leaves “true-to-life.”

  - Where we are culturally unable to hear (Lk. 15:12, 13, 25).

  - Skipping details—“down” (Lk. 10:30).

  - Assessing cultural background—Tonya from Russia.

  - When background becomes foreground.

- Parables where it matters:

  - Wadis (Matt. 7:24-27).

  - Wine making (Matt. 9:17).

  - Soils (Matt. 13:3-8).

  - Squatter’s rights (Matt. 13:44; 21:33-44).

  - Darnel seeds (Matt. 13:24-30).

  - Closets in ancient houses (Matt. 13:52).

  - Hiring people late in the day (Matt. 20:1-16).

  - Wedding customs (Matt. 22:2-14; 25:1-13).

  - Hospitality (Lk. 11:5-8; 18:2-8).

  - Managers (Lk. 16:1-8).



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