Bible Dictionary
SHEEP TENDING
Sheep tending was the pastoral work of guarding, feeding, and leading flocks. Scripture frequently uses the shepherd’s care for sheep as an image of God’s care and of Jesus Christ as the Good Shepherd.
Biblical Usage
The Bible uses the shepherd’s relationship with sheep to portray God’s care for His people and Jesus’ relation to His followers as the Good Shepherd. The shepherd image expresses guidance, protection, and intimate responsibility.