shepherd (John 10:1–21; see Zech. 13:7–9) who gives his life for his sheep (see 1 Sam. 17:34–37; Isa. 40:11). According to Psalm 23:4, a good shepherd not only protects his sheep (rod), but also provides comforts (staff). The author of Hebrews ends his exhortatory letter with a reminder that the Great Shepherd Jesus Christ will give the readers all they need, to do what is pleasing in God’s sight (Heb. 13:20–21; see 1 Pet. 2:25; 5:4). OUTSIDE THE GATE/CAMP. Unlike other Old
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