We understand that the ‘ seven shepherds and eight dukes ’ mentioned at Micah 5: 5 refer to the appointed elders in the congregation, who are strengthening God’s people for a foretold future attack against them. ​ — 11 / 15, page 20. What are some reasons why we need God? We need good direction and answers to life’s problems, both of which God offers.
در روزگار ما « هفت شبان و هشت سَرور » پیران جماعات می‌باشند که قوم خدا را تقویت می‌کنند تا برای حملهٔ آتی شیطان آماده باشند .‏ —‏ ۱۵ /‏ ۱۱ ،‏ صفحهٔ ۲۰‏ .‏