As a shepherd is conscious of the particular needs of each sheep in his flock and stands ready to attend to them, Jehovah is aware of the needs of those in the congregation and is happy to provide the required care.
(‏ اشع ۴۰ :‏ ۱۱ )‏ این تشبیه نشان می‌دهد که یَهُوَه به ضعیفان و آسیب‌پذیران جماعت توجه و به نیازشان رسیدگی می‌کند .‏