Is your Parable Interpretation Bibleworthy?

Reading Jesus' parables and wondering, “Am I doing this right?” Same. From wild allegories to feel-good fluff, people have butchered these stories for ages. So, I dusted off my old hermeneutics material on parables to figure it out—tune in to learn how to actually make sense of them without turning into an ivory tower theologian or a heretic. Link to this Episodehttps://bibleworthy.com/12Books mentioned:Interpreting the Parables by Craig L. Blomberg A balanced approach to understanding Jesus’ parables, blending allegory and historical context without overcomplicating the message.The Parables of Jesus by Joachim Jeremias This classic work dives deep into the historical and cultural background of Jesus’ parables, shedding light on how they were heard by first-century audiences.Funk on Parables: Collected Essays by Robert W. FunkA collection of essays from a leading figure in the Jesus Seminar, offering a more open-ended, reader-response take on parables like the Good Samaritan.Questions on the Gospels by Augustine Augustine’s allegorical interpretation of the Good Samaritan, where every element—from the traveler to the innkeeper—is given deep theological meaning.Blair Lee's Links:My Blog: Out of Thin BlairAre you an author and want to grow your readership online → https://EmailCourseRoadmap.com/Follow me on X (Twitter): @blairjohnleeConnect with me on LinkedIn: Blair John Lee This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.outofthinblair.com