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A '''shepherd''' is a caretaker of [[sheep]] who is responsible for protecting a flock of sheep in the field from straying or being attacked by predators.  Sheep are valuable primarily for the sale value of their wool and meat.

A '''shepherd''' is a caretaker of [[sheep]] who is responsible for protecting a flock of sheep in the field from straying or being attacked by predators.  Sheep are valuable primarily for the sale value of their wool and meat.

At the time of [[Jesus]], wealth was primarily in form of [[livestock]] and the use of shepherds was familiar to most in surrounding areas of [[Jerusalem]].  The fidelity of the good shepherd in protecting his nearly helpless flock was a powerful concept that resonated with the people.  [[Jesus]] frequently invoked the image of the shepherds and undoubtedly many of them became [[Christians]] based on His teachings.

At the time of [[Jesus]], wealth was primarily in form of [[livestock]] and the use of shepherds was familiar to most in surrounding areas of [[Jerusalem]].  The fidelity of the good shepherd in protecting his nearly helpless flock was a powerful concept that resonated with the people.

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