In the parable the reader is only presented with three main characters: the eldest son, the prodigal son, and the father. ... The prodigal son is estranged and seeks forgiveness, the eldest son is used to have the perspective of the on looker, and the father is the focal point of the story to which the parable can carry its message of forgiveness. The key to a good parable is to have open characters to which the reader can place him or herself into any role. ... This is shown in the parable when, "his father saw him and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck and kissed him" (...

• Word Count: 930
• Approx Pages: 4
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

Luke is credited with wrining the parable of repentance and forgivness Jesus gave his disciples about the prodigal son. ... First, there are three characters in this parable, each with distinct personality traits. ... Not withsatnding, the theme of the parable is one of repentance, forgiveness, and understanding. ... Thus, the beloved physician conveys the parable of Jesus concerning wayward children. ...

• Word Count: 661
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

The Forgiving Father In Luke's Gospel, the parable of the Prodigal Son, the father is a remarkable man. The parable could be renamed the Forgiving Father. ... The parable teaches us about how God (the Father) tries to bring us home even though we would rather hold on to our own selfish desires. ...

• Word Count: 470
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School

The Parable of the Prodigal Son is a story that is one of the most powerful stories in the Christian faith and its greatness extends to those outside of the religion as well, it changes lives and helps you learn many life lessons. ...

• Word Count: 1841
• Approx Pages: 7
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School