What does the sheep going 'astray' represent in the spiritual allegory?
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Correct answer: A person straying from the faith
In the context of Jesus' audience, wandering away represents sin or losing one's way spiritually. The 'astray' sheep is a metaphor for the 'sinners' Jesus was welcoming.
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