Olney Hymns · Character
The Good Shepherd
A title for Jesus, who lays down his life for the sheep.
minor
Also known as Shepherd
First appearance: book i on select texts of scripture
The Good Shepherd shows up with force in Elijah Fed by Ravens. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The one who supplies all needs and tames ravens and lions, representing Christ's care for His people.
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In Elijah Fed by Ravens: The one who supplies all needs and tames ravens and lions, representing Christ's care for His people. Later, in The Name of Jesus: Jesus is addressed as Shepherd, indicating His care and…
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- Other
Character groups
- Faith and Redemption Figures
- Divine Judgment and Mercy
- Service and Humility
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
The emotional peak occurs in stanza V, where the speaker’s hope is violently extinguished as Satan obscures ev…
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See The Good Shepherd in book i on select texts of scripture