And Simon answered and said to him: Master, we have toiled all night and have caught nothing; but at thy command, I will let down the net.

And behold, men brought, on a bed, a man who was a paralytic. And they sought how they might bring him in, and lay him before him.

But as they had nothing to pay, he forgave them both. Which of them, then, will love him the more?

But a certain Samaritan, who was on a journey, came near him; and when he saw him, he had compassion on him.

And they all, with one consent, began to make excuse. The first said to him, I have bought a farm, and I must go and see it; I pray you, have me excused.

But the father said to his servants, Bring forth the best robe, and put it- on him, and put a ring on his hand, and sandals on his feet.

But as soon as this your son has come, Who has eaten up your estate with harlots, you have killed for him the fatted calf.