Matthew 25:1-13 - The Parable of the Ten Virgins - Part 1

The Epic Life - Bob Hallman · Apr 21, 2026 · 20m

I The Delayed Coming

The parable of the “Two Servants” in Mt 24:45 addresses the Rapture of the Church!

The parable of the “10 Virgins” in our text today addresses the 2nd Coming of Christ!

The proper interpretation of parables:

Allegorical: Everything in the parable has a mystical, deeper meaning

Historical: The parable has a plain meaning and one primary truth

Background on the three stages of Jewish weddings:

The engagement: a formal agreement made by the fathers.

The betrothal: the ceremony where mutual promises are made in the presence of family and friends.

The marriage (gamos= wedding…