Ancient guests paid their way by telling tales, creating a tradition of hospitality intertwined with storytelling that eventually became revered but restricted during crucial seasons. [1] James Zebedee was a good storyteller when he wasn't experiencing spells of unaccountable silence. [2] Jesus, a master storyteller, captivated his neighbors with tales of his early life in Galilee and readings from the Greek scriptures. [3]
Nathaniel, the apostolic philosopher and dreamer, was the best storyteller among the twelve apostles, greatly admired by Jesus for his serious and frivolous discourse. [4]