The parables are unique only in a very limited sense, in that the primary teaching of Jesus is not taking texts out of the Hebrew scriptures and explaining them, blasting them, commenting on them.

Jesus prophesies the opening of their eyes during the Olivet Discourse, which also occurs during Passion Week. The Olivet Discourse is Jesus’ most specific outline of future events, including the ...

The reason Elizabeth equates living water with the Holy Spirit is because of what Jesus said later in his ministry: "If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink. He who believes in me, as the ...