Who Are You?
Lucas tells the story of a wounded man who is helped by a stranger. A traveler is attacked and left out in the open. A priest and a Levite pass by without stopping, but a Samaritan, despite the historical enmity between Jews and Samaritans, stops to help the wounded man, bandages his wounds, takes him to an inn, and cares for him.
The parable teaches that mercy and assistance to those in need are not limited by religion, culture, or nationality, but should be practiced with everyone.
The Samaritan, in this case, demonstrates the true definition of "neighbor," who is one that shows compassion and helps their fellow in need.
The parable is an invitation to live love and compassion toward all, without distinction, and to be willing to help those who are in need.
The parable has been interpreted in various ways, including allegorical, where the Samaritan represents Jesus Christ, who saves man from spiritual death.