Question
Who are the “shepherds” that Yahweh rejected and replaced in Ezekiel’s prophecy?
the leaders in Assyria
the leaders in Samaria
the leaders in Babylonia
the leaders in Jerusalem
the leaders in Assyria
the leaders in Samaria
the leaders in Babylonia
the leaders in Jerusalem
Answers
GPT-4o mini
In Ezekiel's prophecy, specifically in Ezekiel 34, the "shepherds" that Yahweh rejected and replaced are primarily the leaders in Jerusalem. This chapter addresses the leaders of Israel, metaphorically referred to as shepherds, who were failing to care for the people of Israel, leading to their spiritual neglect and suffering. In this context, Yahweh indicates a shift in leadership, promising to take care of His people Himself and appointing a new shepherd. Thus, the correct answer is **the leaders in Jerusalem**.