Voris, Steven J,

Preaching parables : a metaphorical interfaith approach / [print] Steven J. Voris. - New York : Paulist Press, (c)2008. - xi, 219 pages : illistrations ; 24 cm.



What is a parable? -- Why are parables necessary? -- How do parables work? -- The stylistic anatomy of a parable -- The fable : not just for children -- Parables working in context -- Parables and the unsympathetic audience -- How to read parables for transformation -- How to write parables for transformation -- Modern parables in preaching and teaching -- Jesus's parables in preaching and teaching.



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Storytelling--Religious aspects.
Parables.
Spiritual life.

BL628.V953.P743 2008