“While claiming full unity and equality with God, Jesus was very active as a teacher and healer. Through his parables, direct teaching on important topics, and miracles, Jesus used common human situations to tell us about God's concern for each of us, how to make good choices in our lives, and Kingdom” (Adult Learner’s Guide). ParabolasWhat is a parabola? A parable is a short story or short story told to illustrate a religious, moral or philosophical idea. About a third of the recorded teachings of Jesus Christ are in the form of parables. Jesus frequently used parables to illustrate profound divine truths. Stories like these are easy to remember, the characters are bold, and the symbolism is rich in meaning. Parables were a common form of teaching in Judaism.