parable

Definition

A short narrative illustrating a lesson (usually religious/moral) by comparison or analogy.

Etymology

From Middle English parable, from Old French parable, parabole, from Late Latin parabola, from Ancient Greek παραβολή (parabolḗ, “comparison”). Doublet of parabola, parole, and palaver.

Example Sentences

• "In the New Testament the parables told by Jesus Christ convey His message, as in "The parable of the prodigal son"."
• "Catholic homilies normally draw on at least one Biblical lecture, often parables."

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