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Questions: In Chapter Seven, "The Message of the Parables" of his new book, "Jesus of Nazareth", Pope Benedict offers a theological explanation of the meaning of the parables.
1. What is his profound analysis attempting to convey with specific examinations of the Parable of the Good Samaritan, the Prodigal Son, and the Rich Man and Lazarus?
2. How does Pope Benedict XVI synthesize the principle, perspective, history, and theology of Jesus' Parables? Explain
3. What is he attempting to convey in each of Jesus' parables mentioned above?
4. What is his central argument? And how does he come to reach his analysis drawing on Christian tradition and Scripture?
5. What is Pope Benedict's summary in Chapter Seven, "The Message of the Parables?"
6. Identify what you take to be the most important claims and/or arguments and why. Provide a detailed and thorough response, refer to the text starting on page 213, and cite scripture with an explanation to support your argument.
7. Raise essential counterarguments with a detailed and thorough response.
8. Raise further questions for understanding.