Ezekiel 34:9
"“As I live,” says the Lord GOD, “surely because my sheep became a prey, and my sheep became food to all the animals of the field, because there was no shepherd, and my shepherds didn’t search for my sheep, but the shepherds fed themselves, and didn’t feed my sheep,"
Key Reflection
In Ezekiel 34:9, God through the prophet declares his deep concern over the state of Israel under the leadership of false shepherds. The imagery is stark, depicting the people as "sheep" who have become easy prey for enemies, much like sheep left without a shepherd in ancient times. This lack of proper care and protection signifies the failure of the leaders (shepherds) to fulfill their role, instead prioritizing their own needs over those of the flock.
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