20 "So he got up and went to his father. While he was still far away, his father saw him and was filled with compassion. He ran to his son,threw his arms around him, and kissed him affectionately.

21 Then his son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heavenand you. I don't deserve to be called your son anymore.’

22 But the father said to his servants, ‘Hurry! Bring out the best robe and put it on him, and put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet.

23 Bring the fattened calf and kill it, and let's eat and celebrate!