The Self-Reliance of Both Brothers in the Parable of the Prodigal Son
In his book, The Prodigal God, Tim Keller focuses on both brothers in Jesus’ famous parable about the prodigal son. He argues well that Jesus in the parable is purposefully trying to represent the two main ways people decide to seek for meaning and happiness in life. One main way is by self-discovery and autonomy (represented by the younger brother). The other is by morality and being good and right (represented by the older brother). Keller writes…
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