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General Information
Jesus continues the story.
one small goat
A small goat would have fed fewer people than the best calf, and would not be valued as much. The older brother is complaining that his father was treating the sinful younger son better than him.
this son of yours
This expression shows that the older son was angry. It shows his rejection of his younger brother and his disapproval of his father for welcoming back this wayward son. Other languages may also have an indirect way of communicating these things.
wasted your money
That is, “squandered the money that you gave him” or, “devoured your wealth.” If possible, use an expression that shows the brother’s anger.
killed the best calf
That is, “killed the best calf to eat at a feast.”