Which Old Testament book contains famous imagery of God as a Shepherd that serves as a background for this parable?
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Correct answer: Psalm 23
Psalm 23 ('The Lord is my shepherd') is the most famous Old Testament passage using shepherd imagery. This cultural background made Jesus' parable deeply resonant with His Jewish audience.
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