DP: Q and A

What problem/issue is Jesus addressing in the form of a question?

Jesus is addressing the problem as to why did the village feel obligated to help and provide for the knocker at mightnight, the petitioner, and what made the village honor these specific values? Why is this the correct way to level instead of being morally selfish? What makes this system produced by the poor peasant farmers a representation to the Kingdom of God?

What is Jesus answer to these questions?

The village formed after they were somewhat secluded from the elite. They were the ones at the bottom and recognized that in order to stay productive and alive they needed to work together as a total community. They produced a sepecific way of living and values to abide by in order to stay a successful community.
The village was based upon reciprocation and honor.
They would not be selfish and they would provide for all. So when the petitioner came at night in the need for bread he was given it based upon the communities values. The traveler, though a stranger, was cared for because it was a value within the village to provide for the traveler with open arms in the best way possible. They recognized that if they were going to step on each others toes and try and out due their community they would ultimately be exlcuded once again. By funnctioning as a productive community they are far more advanced socially and economically than the elite.