In the Parable of the Leaven, Christ uses the analogy of leaven (yeast) to convey a lesson about the growth and influence of the Kingdom of God. The leaven represents the pervasive and transformative influence of God. Just as a small amount of leaven has the ability to permeate and leaven a large batch of dough, the Kingdom of God has the power to impact and transform the world. The three measures of meal represent the entirety of human existence, and the gradual leavening of the whole batch symbolizes the constant spread and growth of Christianity. It underscores the idea that God’s influence is not limited by its initial appearance but has the power to permeate and change the world over time.
Parable of the Leaven Meaning
The Parable of the Leaven meaning can be found in Matthew 13:33-34 and Luke 13:20-23:
Matthew 13:33-34
“Another parable spake he unto them; The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened. All these things spake Jesus unto the multitude in parables; and without a parable spake he not unto them:”
Luke 13:20-23
“And again he said, Whereunto shall I liken the kingdom of God? It is like leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened. And he went through the cities and villages, teaching, and journeying toward Jerusalem. Then said one unto him, Lord, are there few that be saved? And he said unto them,”
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