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Commentary Scholars point out that the request by the younger son seemed inappropriate for a first-century Jewish son, who like most sons at that time, knew the provisions of the mishnaic law (Brad Young, The Parables of Jesus, p. 138). The custom regarding inheritance was well known by Jewish families because inheritance was a critical question constantly being dealt within the Jewish community. Therefore, the son could not declare innocence as a result of ignorance. It was not unusual for a Jewish father to draw up a testament regarding his property. What is unusual was for the father to allot to his younger son his portion prior to his death. A son by request could acquire title to his father's property, but the interest on the property would continue to come to the father until his death. Or, if the son sold the property, the purchaser would only take possession of it upon the death of the father. Much has been written by ... Please sign-up or login to view more! |
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