He tells of how he demanded that his father should give him his inheritance right away, and how he then ran away and spent himself on every pleasure he could think of.

He speaks of how, deeply saddened by his younger son's actions, he did the only thing a parent could do in a situation like this – he prayed, and continued loving.

When his son finally came home, he joyfully accepted him back into the family with his complete heart.

Key elements of the story were further communicated through the use of a few simple props, which each served their purposes during each act.

For instance, an ornate scarlet cloth was used both as a robe and a tablecloth at different times throughout the three acts.