Parables Flashcards
What is a parable?
It’s a story with a deeper meaning.
Write down two messages from the parable of the Good Samaritan?
Love your neighbour even if that person is your enemy and help anybody no matter who they are.
What is predjuice?
Judging someone without knowing them.
What is discrimination (with regards to race)?
Discrimination = treating someone differently because of their race.
What is antisemitism?
Hatred towards Jewish people.
In the parable of ‘The Prodigal Son’ (Lost Son), who does the father represent?
God.
In the Parable of the Prodigal Son, who does the lost son represent?
Us.
What is the main message of the parable of the lost son?
God will forgive you if you say that you are really sorry.
Which Catholic Sacrament follows the outline of the parable of the Lost Son?
Sacrament of Reconciliation/confession.
What is the ‘Kingdom of God’?
Gods authority.
In the parable of the sower, the seed that falls on the path represents a person who hears
the message and _________?
They don’t really understand it.
What do we learn about the kingdom of God from the parable of the Mustard Seed?
The church is a place where people can find shelter
In the Parable of the Sheep and Goats, who do the Sheep represent?
People who do the right thing -Righteous people
Name two things the ‘Sheep’ did that were righteous?
Fed the hungry,clothed the naked,welcomed strangers
Name one group of people that Jesus might consider ‘the least’ of his ‘brothers’ – either
from today OR in Jesus’ time?
Women,homeless people
Which prayer did Jesus teach his disciples to say?
Our Father Pray.
Name two other instructions Jesus gave about prayer?
Do not use meaningless words and When you pray, shut yourself away.
