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Ezekiel 34:9 Cross-References
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“Therefore, O ye shepherds, hear the word of the LORD;”
Ezekiel 34:9 (KJV)
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Commentary on Ezekiel 34:9
This passage employs the shepherd metaphor to contrast failed human leaders with God as true Shepherd of Israel. Ancient Near Eastern kings commonly used shepherd imagery for their rule; Ezekiel exposes how Israel's leaders failed this calling by exploiting rather than caring for God's flock. From a Reformed perspective, this anticipates Christ as the Good Shepherd (John 10) who lays down His life for the sheep, and calls undershepherds (pastors/elders) to feed and protect God's flock (1 Peter 5:1-4). True shepherds serve the sheep's welfare, not their own interests, demonstrating Christlike s...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
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