Prodigal Son

Famous quotes containing the words prodigal son, prodigal and/or son:

    I’m a prodigal son. The black sheep of a white flock. I shall die on the gallows.
    William A. Drake (1900–1965)

    A prodigal returned is worth more than gold.
    Chinese proverb.

    Nor does the family even move about together,
    But every son would have his motor cycle,
    And daughters ride away on casual pillions.
    —T.S. (Thomas Stearns)