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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 | + | 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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Latest revision as of 14:07, September 28, 2009
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.