Luke 15:23

And bring hither the fatted calf, and kill it; and let us eat, and be merry:

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Other Translations for Luke 15:23

BSB
Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let us feast and celebrate.
AKJV
And bring here the fatted calf, and kill it; and let us eat, and be merry:
CPDV
And bring the fatted calf here, and kill it. And let us eat and hold a feast.
ERV
and bring the fatted calf, and kill it, and let us eat, and make merry:
NHEB
Bring the fattened calf, kill it, and let us eat, and celebrate;
SMT
And having brought the fatted calf, sacrifice, and eating, let us be gladdened.

Commentary for Luke 15:23

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Luke 15:23
Summary
Father orders feast to celebrate son's return
Event
Father orders celebratory meal
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Narrative