Bible Discussion Thread

Why does Jesus use the number 10 in the parable of the ten virgins? Or , why does He use only 2 boys in the parable of the parodical Son?

Could these be referring to the 10 tribes of Israel, while the parodical sons being the 2 tribes? Even so, it seems that the parables are a mirror in the things that concern the spiritual, while at the same time giving us insight of the future of the nation Israel. If these conclusions are true, what does it mean? The word is eternal when instructing us in the things of God, these things that pertain to both Jew and Gentile. Knowing these things ,the scriptures are a light unto our path, that we might grow thereby! Giving us more insight into the signs of the times!

Even so, the use of wheat and oil, in the parable of the unjust steward, the word accusation from somewhere else, one would draw the conclusion that this parable is playing out right now in this time in the world. That the rich man is the nation Israel, while the stewards are those who are responsible for it. Those who have been accused of unfaithfulness, once again must call in all the loans proving once again ,these things that concern a nation that shall always be Gods chosen! The Nation Of the 10 that are missing and the two who are waiting! This the Nation under the hand of a loving God, the Father of the Lord Jesus Christ! When we see the things of God that are spoken of through Jesus, we see a God who is forever faithful unto His children! Repent and be Baptised

Wow, I've never even thought of that, interesting.

Thank you both for sharing

Hello. To me , the two sons represent the two covenants . The laws of Moses and the forgiveness of sins in Christ , Judaism and Christianity . The elder son ( first covenant ) reproaches his Father ( God ) by saying : these many years do I serve thee , neither transgressed I at any time thy commandment , in other words I have kept the law . The younger son ( second covenant ) is a sinner indeed and breaks his Father's commandments , however he is truly sorry for his behaviour and is forgiven .There is no forgiveness under the law , this second son is under the new covenant of forgiveness in Christ . I think that it's also worth noticing that twice the Father says : For this my son was dead , and is alive again ( dead in sin , alive in Christ ) , for this thy brother was dead , and is alive again ; and was lost , and is found . Hope you don't mind me responding with my thoughts .

Amen Jacqui a lot of truth in what you are posting gbu