John 10:6

"They will by no means follow a stranger, but will flee from him; for they don’t know the voice of strangers.”"

Key Reflection

In John 10:6, Jesus uses the image of sheep recognizing their shepherd's voice to emphasize that true followers will not be deceived by false teachings or leaders—they instinctively reject anything unfamiliar because they know and trust their shepherd’s voice. This metaphor underscores the importance of authentic spiritual guidance in distinguishing between truth and falsehood.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 6. This parable. See Barnes "Mt 13:3". They understood not, &c. They did not understand the meaning or design of the illustration. __________________________________________________________________

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