The defining characteristic of the parable is the presence of a subtext suggesting how a person should behave or what he should believe. Aside from providing guidance and suggestions for proper conduct in one's life, parables frequently use metaphorical language which allows people to more easily discuss difficult or complex ideas. Parables express an abstract argument by means of using a concrete narrative which is easily understood.
The defining characteristic of the parable is the presence of a subtext suggesting how a person should behave or what he should believe Aside from providing guidance and suggestions for proper conduct in one's life parables frequently use metaphorical language which allows people to more easily discuss difficult or complex ideas Parables express an abstract argument by means of using a concrete narrative which is easily understood