In the parable of the Prodigal Son, a younger brother wastes his inheritance with wild and self-destructive living. When he comes home at last, repentant and ashamed, his father welcomes him with a party and rejoicing. The older brother, however, is furious, refusing to attend the welcome-home bash, and sulks outside. When his father goes out to plead with him to join the celebration, the elder’s anger boils over:
The Duties of the Prodigal
The Duties of the Prodigal
The Duties of the Prodigal
In the parable of the Prodigal Son, a younger brother wastes his inheritance with wild and self-destructive living. When he comes home at last, repentant and ashamed, his father welcomes him with a party and rejoicing. The older brother, however, is furious, refusing to attend the welcome-home bash, and sulks outside. When his father goes out to plead with him to join the celebration, the elder’s anger boils over: