God related to His people in a similar way as a shepherd did to his sheep. In Psalm 80 that picture is used in an appeal to the Shepherd of Israel to save His flock.
Shepherd of Israel (Ro’eh Yisra’el) in Psalm 80:1.
Shepherd of Israel in Hebrew:
Ro‘eh Yisra’el
Strong’s Concordance numbers: 7462a, 3478
Bible reference: Ps. 80:1
Oh, give ear, Shepherd of Israel
You who lead Joseph like a flock;
You who are enthroned above the cherubim, shine forth! (Psalm 80:1)
One Bible verse uses a prophetic name of Jesus that incorporates the name Shepherd of Israel: “Shepherd and Stone of Israel.” The imagery continues through the well-known psalm where the LORD is called “My Shepherd.” In the New Testament, Jesus is the Good Shepherd.
