The Return of The Prodigal Son by Rembrandt van Rijn
The Prodigal Son, also known as the Lost Son, is one of the best-known parables of Jesus. It appears only in the Gospel of Luke in the New Testament of the Bible. In this painting, Rembrandt interprets the Christian idea of mercy with an extraordinary solemnity, as though this were his spiritual testament to the world. The father's love and acceptance of his long-lost son is demonstrated through the expressive lighting and coloring of the painting. This painting technique, along with the selective simplicity of the setting, helps us to feel the full impact of the event.
