But his elder son was in the field. And when he returned and drew near to the house, he heard music and dancing
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King James Version
Now his elder son was in the field: and as he came and drew nigh to the house, he heard musick and dancing.English Standard Version
"Now his older son was in the field, and as he came and drew near to the house, he heard music and dancing.New International Version
"Meanwhile, the older son was in the field. When he came near the house, he heard music and dancing.