Why are the israelites called the vineyard and why is God called the Vine and not other plants?

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Why are the israelites called the vineyard and why is God called the Vine and not other plants?

2007-01-01 03:50:56 · 3 answers · asked by QiAo zHi c 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality

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Because the purpose of a parable is to take something that is familiar to the people, and make an understandable allegory.
The Israelites were familiar with grape production and fig trees and olive trees, hence their use in Bible teachings.

2007-01-01 03:55:14 · answer #1 · answered by Bobby Jim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Vines grow and spread.

2007-01-01 03:53:24 · answer #2 · answered by Shayna 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Would you please furnish the exact source showing where Israelites are called, "The Vineyard."

Thank you.

2007-01-01 03:57:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋