'Compared' in the Bible

“Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them, may be compared to a wise man who built his house on the rock.

Jesus presented another parable to them, saying, “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a man who sowed good seed in his field.

“For this reason the kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who wished to settle accounts with his slaves.

“The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave a wedding feast for his son.