Where does the shepherd leave the other sheep while he goes to search for the one that is lost?
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Correct answer: In the open country
Luke 15:4 says he leaves the ninety-nine in the open country, while Matthew 18:12 says he leaves them on the hills. This highlights the shepherd's urgency and risk-taking for the lost sheep.
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