noun
- a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson
Usage: often religious or philosophical
Examples
- Jesus taught using parables like the Good Samaritan.
- The parable of the tortoise and the hare teaches patience.
- Her grandmother told parables to help her understand right from wrong.
- The teacher used a parable about sharing to explain generosity.
- Many cultures have parables that pass down wisdom through generations.
- The parable contained a deeper meaning about forgiveness.