THE PRODIGAL SON PART I Introduction
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I. Divine Mercy.—A majestic matron robed as a sovereign, resplendent with jewels and sheltering sinners under the voluminous folds of her mantle.
2. The Blind Design of the Prodigal.—His departure from his father’s house. A resolute youth in the garb of nudity, with a bandage over his eyes; his right hand is tied behind him and in his left is a bunch of flowers; he turns and gives ear to the Evil Spirit.
3. The Evil Spirit.—Clothed in skins like a faun, he is lying in wait for the preceding figure.