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prodigal son
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prodigal son, in the New Testament, parable of Jesus about heaven and the sinner who repents. A young man leaves home and becomes a wastrel; repentant, he returns to be received with joyful welcome.
prodigal son
squanders share of money in reckless living. [N.T.: Luke 15:13]
See : Dissipation
prodigal son
received with open arms by loving father. [N.T.: Luke 15:20–21]
See : Forgiveness
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99 A New Interpretation and Application of the Parable of the Prodigal Son "A Tale of Two Sons" captures the compelling drama and intense emotion experienced by the two sons introduced in the parable of the prodigal son as imparted by the Apostle Luke in his gospel.
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