In English
What is the inner meaning of these stories? The father, , nursed a desire that went against the Laws of Nature. The son, , did not keep his word. These stories are told to illustrate the sorrow that ensues from these two actions - breaking one’s word and going against the Divine Law. Everyone, without distinction, must necessarily follow the rules and disciplines of Nature. No one has the authority to oppose these rules, which represent the Divine Law. To break such laws is to invite great calamity. This is an important teaching of the .