The Parable of the Prodigal Son tells the story of a man with two sons. The younger son asks for his inheritance and leaves home, squandering his money. He ends up poor and hungry, so he returns home to ask for forgiveness. His father welcomes him back with open arms and celebrates his return. The older son is angry that his brother was celebrated after wasting his money. The father explains that they are celebrating the return of the lost son.