RE: Apparently. ;-)
But even if we grant that it is a parable, it is a parable that tells us that IF you live in this world like the rich man does, you end up like him. The destination is called HADES. The fate is also described. I don’t think you can say that the place and the fate is symbolic.
But even if we grant that it is a parable, it is a parable that tells us that IF you live in this world like the rich man does, you end up like him.
I have a billionair relative. Strong Christian and it is very apparent in the way he treats people. His wealth is not sinful according to any scripture I read. Even the camel and eye of the needle story does not apply when you see the disciple’s response to it and Jesus’ response to them.
Only liberals think wealth is, by definition, sinful.