847 B
847 B
General Information
Jesus continues the story.
still far away
This can also be translated as: “within sight of his father’s home, but still a distance away.” The son was getting close to his father’s house but was still far enough away that most people in the house would not have seen him. Make sure it does not sound like he was still in a different country.
felt compassion
This could mean ‘felt deep love and pity.’
hugged him and kissed him
The father did this to show his son that he loved him and was glad that the son was coming home. If people think that it is strange or wrong for a man to embrace or hug and kiss his son, you can substitute a way that men in your culture show affection to their sons. Alternate translation: “welcomed him affectionately” (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit)