Parable of the Talents

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:parables
gptkb:novel
gptkbp:adaptation gptkb:none
gptkbp:adaptations gptkb:none
gptkbp:adapted_into various media
gptkbp:author gptkb:Octavia_Butler
gptkbp:awards gptkb:none
gptkbp:character_arc hero's journey
gptkbp:character_development gptkb:complex
gptkbp:character_relationships romantic
familial
interpersonal
gptkbp:conflict open-ended
societal collapse
gptkbp:conveys punishment for negligence
reward for diligence
gptkbp:cover_artist gptkb:unknown
gptkbp:critical_reception positive
gptkbp:cultural_impact gptkb:significant
gptkbp:cultural_references gptkb:historical_events
gptkb:sacred_texts
gptkb:mythology
gptkbp:followed_by gptkb:Parable_of_the_Sower
gptkbp:genre gptkb:science_fiction
gptkbp:historical_interpretation a call to action
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Parable of the Talents
gptkbp:influenced gptkb:Ethics
gptkbp:influenced_artists gptkb:films
gptkb:television_shows
various authors
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:feminism
African American culture
socio-political issues
gptkbp:influences gptkb:Afrofuturism
gptkbp:inspiration real-world events
gptkbp:inspired gptkb:literature_and_art
gptkbp:is_a_foundation_for Christian stewardship principles
gptkbp:is_a_moral_lesson_about the importance of action
the consequences of inaction
gptkbp:is_a_source_of inspiration for leaders
motivation for entrepreneurs
reflection for individuals
gptkbp:is_analyzed_in theological studies
gptkbp:is_cited_in gptkb:Jesus_Christ
discussions of ethics
gptkbp:is_compared_to faithfulness and unfaithfulness
gptkbp:is_found_in gptkb:Matthew_25:14-30
gptkbp:is_often_discussed_in gptkb:sermons
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:Buddhism
gptkbp:is_referenced_in self-help literature
gptkbp:is_similar_to gptkb:Parable_of_the_Minas
gptkbp:is_taught_in gptkb:accountability
responsibility
stewardship
using one's resources
gptkbp:is_used_in motivational contexts
gptkbp:isbn 978-1888363969
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:literary_significance high
gptkbp:main_character gptkb:Lauren_Olamina
gptkbp:motif gptkb:community
climate change
power dynamics
gptkbp:narrative personal
personal growth
cultural values
investment
risk-taking
the importance of faith
the value of hard work
divine judgment
a master
discussed in academic circles
adapted into plays
analyzed for its historical context
featured in songs
money management
used in motivational speaking
interpreted in various ways
the nature of God's kingdom
the subject of many commentaries
three servants
the significance of trust
examined for its literary structure
included in religious texts
turned into films
gptkbp:narrative_style first-person
gptkbp:often_includes religious education
gptkbp:page_count 384
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:New_Testament
gptkbp:plot non-linear
gptkbp:plot_twist unexpected
gptkbp:protagonist gptkb:Lauren_Olamina
gptkbp:published_in gptkb:1998
gptkbp:published_year gptkb:1998
gptkbp:publisher gptkb:Seven_Stories_Press
gptkbp:reader_demographic high
adult
gptkbp:sequel gptkb:Parable_of_the_Sower
gptkbp:series gptkb:Earthseed
gptkbp:set_in dystopian future
gptkbp:setting gptkb:California
gptkbp:style speculative fiction
gptkbp:symbolism growth
faith
seeds
gptkbp:symbolizes gifts and abilities
gptkbp:themes gptkb:existentialism
gptkb:survival
gptkb:religion
gptkb:determinism
gptkb:social_justice
free will
gptkbp:time_period 21st century
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:The_Parable_of_the_Sower_Graphic_Novel
gptkb:The_Parable_of_the_Sower
gptkb:Lauren_Olamina
gptkb:Parable_of_the_Sower
gptkb:Gospel_of_Matthew
gptkb:The_Gospel_of_Matthew
gptkb:The_Earthseed_Series
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5