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The parables of Jesus are found in the three [[synoptic gospels]] and form a key part of his teaching. His parables, while seemingly simple, often with imagery, each conveys a message that is deep and central to his teaching. As keys to his teaching, the Orthodox Church continues to convey these messages through the liturgical services where often a parable is the lesson for the day.
Parables start the [[Pascha|Paschal]] season with the story of the [[Pharisee]] and [[Sunday of the Publican and Pharisee|Publican]] and continues with the parables of the [[Sunday of the Prodigal Son|Prodigal Son]] and the Last Judgement. Through the year the lessons of [[Divine Liturgy]] include the parables of the Sower and the Seed, the Mustard Seed, the Unmerciful Servant, the Vineyard Workers and the Employer, the [[Parable of the Good Samaritan|Good Samaritan]], and others.
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