Children Quote by Shannon L. Alder
““ The Prodigal Son They gave the deep end of their heart--a hue of crimson red, They whispered their desire and offered up their bed, Yet he prayed for the spirit in the wind and God’s mysteries to find, And in the end it was her transparent heart that stole his restless mind, It really was no contest, not a question or even a doubt, But that is not where love ends or even what true love is all about, You see there was one other that rose above the rest, She was not like these women but still she was God’s very best, So the moral goes: A child answered the call to this man's wandering heart, And that is how the story ends you see... she became his favorite part, And what happened to the virtuous woman who put his mind in hell, She became the whisper in his music and a mystery to tell.””
About This Quote
A poetic retelling of the Prodigal Son, emphasizing that true love transcends moral judgments and is found in the heart that embraces the wanderer’s restless spirit.
In simple terms: Love is deeper than virtue.
Key Takeaway
Love rewards openness over judgment.
Themes
love
spirituality
redemption
human nature
moral ambiguity
Mood
hopeful
reflective
melancholic
Type
poetic
mythic
romantic
When to use this quote
- a lover seeking redemption
- a spiritual seeker in crisis
- a relationship after betrayal
- a soul yearning for connection
Key Concepts
redemption
self‑acceptance
inner conflict
divine love
Practical Applications
- guiding counseling for broken relationships
- creative writing exploring mythic love narratives
Questions to Reflect On
- How does vulnerability reshape love?
- What does ‘true love’ mean beyond moral standards?
