Theme: Ethical dilemmas and worldly wisdom. The movement starts with dissonant themes reflecting the steward's cunning actions, transitioning through tension and moral ambiguity.
Theme: The chasm between wealth and poverty. Stark musical contrasts depict the opulence of the rich man and Lazarus's suffering, using lush themes against minimalist, somber tones.
Theme: Reversal of fortunes in the afterlife. This movement explores the dramatic shifts with sorrowful, reflective themes for the rich man's torment and uplifting motifs for Lazarus's comfort.
Theme: The irrevocability of one's fate after death. Incorporating motifs from earlier movements, this part underscores the chapter's moral teachings with a powerful, reflective climax.