All the Parables of the Bible

Product Details

• Title: All the Parables of the Bible

• Author: Herbert Lockyer

• Publisher: Zondervan

• Publication Year: 1988

• Format: Paperback

• Pages: 371

• Language: English

• ISBN-13: 978-0310281115

• ISBN-10: 0310281113

• Printed in: Hungary

Overview

Herbert Lockyer’s All the Parables of the Bible is a comprehensive study of 250 parables found throughout both the Old and New Testaments. This resource helps readers understand the meaning, significance, and spiritual lessons behind each parable, revealing why biblical authors used this unique teaching style and how to correctly interpret them in a biblical and theological context.

Parables are some of the most powerful teaching tools in Scripture, and Lockyer provides detailed explanations, historical context, and theological insights to help readers apply these lessons to their daily lives.

Key Features

✅ Covers 250 parables from both the Old and New Testaments.
✅ Explains why Jesus and biblical authors used parables as a teaching method.
✅ Provides interpretation techniques to understand their spiritual and theological meaning.
✅ Organized for easy reference, making it an excellent study tool for pastors, teachers, and students.
✅ Includes insights into lesser-known parables, not just those of Jesus.

Interesting Facts

The word "parable" comes from the Greek word parabolē, meaning “to place alongside” or “comparison.”

Jesus used over 30 parables in His teachings, many of which are explored in this book.

Some Old Testament stories also function as parables, showing that this teaching method was not exclusive to Jesus.

Who Should Read This?

✔ Bible students & theologians – Gain a deeper understanding of biblical parables.
✔ Pastors & church leaders – Use this book as a sermon preparation tool.
✔ Christian educators & teachers – Teach parables with historical and theological accuracy.
✔ Devotional readers – Apply the spiritual lessons of biblical parables to daily life.

Publisher Information

Published by Zondervan, this classic reference book is a must-have for serious Bible study. Herbert Lockyer’s expertise and clear, insightful writing make it a valuable resource for understanding one of the most effective teaching tools in Scripture.

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