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Luke 15:23

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Get the best calf and prepare it, so we can eat and celebrate.

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After saying this, he rushed off to his herd of cattle and picked out one of the best calves, which his servant quickly prepared.

I will sing joyful praises and be filled with excitement like a guest at a banquet.

A simple meal with love is better than a feast where there is hatred.

She has prepared the meat and set out the wine. Her feast is ready.

On this mountain the LORD All-Powerful will prepare for all nations a feast of the finest foods. Choice wines and the best meats will be served.

But his father said to the servants, “Hurry and bring the best clothes and put them on him. Give him a ring for his finger and sandals for his feet.

This son of mine was dead, but has now come back to life. He was lost and has now been found.” And they began to celebrate.

Straight away the woman killed a calf that she had been fattening up. She cooked part of the meat and baked some thin bread.