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A
the
treasure in the field:
The nation of Israel as distinct from the nations.
B
one
beautiful pearl:
The remnant of Israel as distinct from the nation.
B
the
many fish:
The Gentile nations as distinct from Israel.
A
the
treasure hid in the house:
Israel, viewed as a missionary nation sent to the nations.
The group of parables that come after the great dividing line of
Matthew 16 `From that time forth' are linked with those of Matthew 13 by the
parable of Matthew 15:10 -20. The second group of parables in Matthew is
contained in chapters 18 to 25 (see structure opposite).
Sufficient we trust has been exhibited to prove beyond a doubt that
these parables are of paramount importance in the realm of Dispensational
Truth, and a comprehensive acquaintance with them is incumbent upon all who
would attempt to teach. These parables are given a thorough exposition in
the volume, Parable, Miracle and Sign, and this is commended to the earnest
student.
The Parables of Matthew 18 to 25
A
18:23 -35.
the unforgiving servant (`The reckoning' sunairo*).
Delivered to tormentors.
B
20:1 -16.
the
household and vineyard.
The Call of the Labourers:
1.
Early.
Many
2.
Third hour.
called,
3.
Sixth and ninth hours.
but few
4.
Eleventh hour.
chosen.
C
21:28 -32.
two
sons and vineyard.
Lesson, publicans and harlots enter the
kingdom while many who claimed entrance
were kept outside.
C
21:33 -46.
wicked
husbandmen and vineyard.
Lesson, kingdom taken from them and given
to a fruitful nation.
B
22:1 -14.
the
marriage of king's son.
The Call to the Guests:
1.
Bid those who were bidden.
Many
2.
Again tell them.
called,
3.
Go therefore to highways.
but
few
4.
The wedding garment.
chosen.
A
24:32 to 25:30.
Two kinds of servants.
a
24:32 -44.
The Fig Tree. `Noah'.--