ISB ~ Mark 4 v2

in parables:A teaching method with two purposes. (1) Parables conceal Jesus’ message from the faithless, so that the stories and scenes from everyday life have no impact on those who react to his claims with opposition and violence. See note on Mk 4:12. (2) Parables also reveal the mystery of Jesus’ mission to those who believe and embrace his message. In short, the parables draw us into divine mysteries according to the measure and intensity of our faith (4:33; CCC 546).

See word study:Parables at Mt 13.