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>good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep" instead of the sheep being killed for the shepherd,
Akshually, akshually historically shepherd was servicing collective, usually herded entire village livestock. Also it was somewhat expected from shepherd to put dedication and efforts and risk to guard animals when needed. . And in the case of the especially rigorous shepherds it may be excepted that he would bravely stand against wolfs and etc with his possible means he has.
But tt doesn't stop shepherd to be rewarded with sweet lamb for his efforts and making delicious kebab with this lamb