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Book of Luke - Chapter 15 - Verse 28

15:28
And he was angry, and would not go in: therefore came his father out, and entreated him.

Meaning

In this verse, we see the parable of the loving father and his two sons. The younger son had wasted his inheritance and returned home repentant, only to be welcomed back with open arms by his father. This caused jealousy and anger to rise in the heart of the elder son, who had faithfully stayed and worked for his father. The father, seeing his elder son's anger, came out to him and entreated him to come in and join the celebration for his brother's return. This verse highlights the father's unconditional love and forgiveness towards both his sons, regardless of their actions. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of compassion, understanding, and forgiveness in relationships, even in the face of jealousy and anger. The father's gesture of reaching out to his elder son shows that reconciliation and unity can be achieved through empathy and communication. It is a powerful lesson about the transformative power of love and forgiveness.

Theological Overview

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