Introduction

[Manuel]

A chance encounter with a reproduction of Rembrandt's painting. The Return of the Prodigal Son, catapulted Henri Nouwen into a long spiritual adventure. In this highly-acclaimed book, he shares the deeply personal meditation that led him to discover the place within which God has chosen to dwell. The book moves through the parable exploring our reaction to the story: the younger son's leaving and return, the father's restoration of son-ship, the elder son's resentment and the father's compassion. It touches the persistent themes of homecoming, affirmation and reconciliation.