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Irresponsible Shepherds
This passage makes reference to the shepherds of Israel who were her leaders, namely, the prophets, priests, and kings (vv. 1-10). These leaders are accused of taking care of themselves rather than taking care of the people. He outlined their sins (vv. 1-6) and pronou …

God the True Shepherd
The character of the sheep is seen in their conduct (vv. 17-22). The wicked sheep are those that follow the conduct of the shepherds, oppressing the weaker sheep. God will not permit these wicked practices to continue. Instead He will rescue the oppressed and will judge the …