Shepherd School

As a student there is only one lesson.

On a clear day climb the tallest mountain.

Once at the top.

From the mountain to the surrounding horizon…

…7.9 billion sheep are seen in many groups.

Each with one or more shepherds.

Who are the sheep dogs? celebrities, pelosi's?

The shape and direction of the herd changes according to the direction of shepherd(s).

How do the sheep know who the shepherds are?

Shepherd's Crook

staff with a hook at one end.

used to manage and catch sheep.

also used for defense against predator attacks.

and again to part overgrowth to search for lost sheep or predators.

Shepherd's Rod

similar to a billy stick, baton or club.

used as defense against predators.

also used to prevent sheep from splintering from the herd by tossing the rod in its path.

Shepherd's Hat

made of many materials

both broad rimmed and conical (natural beehive shape).

used for cooling, warmth and protection from the sun.

means of idntifying a shepherd.