The Bible : Matthew
I. The Parable of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl The parables of the gospel of Matthew were devices used by Jesus to indirectly emphasize an aspect of his teachings. They were related in a story telling fashion as to be universal and therefore understandable to all ages and types of people. The parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl are one such set that display the qualities of a true parable. These are found in Matthew beginning at 13:44. Both begin with the phrase “The kingdom of heaven is like”, pinpointed the story’s relation to Christianity. The first, the parable of the hidden treasure, relates how a man, strolling in a large field, discovered a glorious hidden treasure. The treasure brought him immense joy and excitement. The man placed the treasure back in its hidden spot as before, and immediately sold all his possessions to amass enough funds to purchase
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Some common words found in the essay are:
Treasure Pearl, Calms Storm, Lord Jesus, Christianity Likewise, Jesus Christ, Meanwhile Jesus, hidden treasure, hidden treasure pearl, parable hidden treasure, jesus asleep, treasure pearl, parable hidden, matthews intent,
Approximate Word count = 597
Approximate Pages = 2 (250 words per page double spaced)
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