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The [[Parable]] of the '''Prodigal Son''' is one of the greatest teachings in the [[Bible]], illustrating the importance of viewing one's own shortcomings objectively and embarking on a path of self-improvement.  '''''The turning point is when the son recognizes and admits to himself that he was applying a [[double standard]] against his own father'''''.

The [[Parable]] of the '''Prodigal Son''' is one of the greatest teachings in the [[Bible]], illustrating the importance of viewing one's own shortcomings objectively and embarking on a path of self-improvement.  '''''The turning point is when the son recognizes and admits to himself that he was applying a [[double standard]] against his own father'''''.

This parable appears only in the [[Gospel of Luke]].  Like all of [[Jesus]]' parables, its message transcends language and cultural differences.  The parable, set forth at [[Luke 9-16 (Translated)#15:11|Luke 15:11-32]], is as follows:<ref>See [[Luke_9-16_(Translated)#Chapter_15]]</ref>

This parable appears only in the [[Gospel of Luke]].  Like all of [[Jesus]]' parables, its message transcends language and cultural differences.  The parable, set forth at [[Luke 9-16 (Translated)#15:11|Luke 15:11-32]], is as follows:<ref>See [[Luke 9-16 (Translated)#Chapter 15]]</ref>

:Jesus said, "A man had two sons. The younger son said to his father, 'Father, give me my share of your inheritance.'  And his father gave him half of his wealth.

:Jesus said, "A man had two sons. The younger son said to his father, 'Father, give me my share of your inheritance.'  And his father gave him half of his wealth.

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[[category:Bible Study]]

[[Category:Bible Study]]