Joh 10:3-4 | TNotes | STEP | 10:3 the sheep recognize his voice: The Middle Eastern shepherd is well known for having intimate knowledge of the sheep. Sheep are led with flute tunes, songs, or verbal commands.

‏ John 10:3-4

10:3 ^a the sheep recognize his voice: The Middle Eastern shepherd is well known for having intimate knowledge of the sheep. Sheep are led with flute tunes, songs, or verbal commands.
10:4 ^b A good shepherd always leads his sheep; he never drives them. When they recognize his voice, they trust his leadership and follow him.