parables
n. 比喻;预言(parable 的复数形式)
例句
Milton uses the language of these two parables to get at this problem that has resonances in every conceivable sphere.
弥尔顿用这两则寓言来解释这个在所有能想到的领域都有共鸣的问题。
Then said I, Ah Lord GOD! They say of me, Doth he not speak parables?
于是我说,哎。主耶和华阿,人都指着我说,他岂不是说比喻的吗。
And he said unto them, know ye not this parable? And how then will ye know all parables?
又对他们说,你们不明白这比喻吗。这样怎能明白一切的比喻呢。