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parable

Meaning of “parable”

A figurative saying, comparison, or narrative that sets one matter beside another to convey meaning.

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49 occurrences49 verses11 booksKJV PCE

First occurrence: Numbers 23:7

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Job 27:1
MOREOVER Job continued his parable, and said,
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1611 witness · Job 27:1 · retained source text

¶ Moreouer Iob continued his parable, and sayd,

1611 marginal noteHeb. added to take vp.

Job 29:1
MOREOVER Job continued his parable, and said,
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1611 witness · Job 29:1 · retained source text

¶ Moreouer Iob continued his parable, and said,

1611 marginal noteHeb. added to take vp.

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