Luke 15:22-24

Expanded Bible

²² But the father said to his ·servants [slaves], ‘Hurry! Bring the ·best clothes [^Lfirst/best robe; ^Ceither the father’s own, or a ceremonial robe for an honored guest] and put them on him. Also, put a ring on his finger [^Cprobably a signet ring indicating sonship and authority; Gen. 41:42] and sandals on his feet [^Cslaves went barefoot]. ²³ And get our ·fat [fattened; ^Cprepared for slaughter] calf and kill it [^Cpeople only occasionally ate meat; such a large animal indicates a major celebration] so we can have a feast and celebrate. ²⁴ My son was dead, but now he is alive again! He was lost, but now he is found!’ So they began to celebrate.