The Parable of the Good Samaritan: An Intertextual Approach to Ezekiel 34

ABSTRACT
This study examines the Parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10 through an intertextual analysis in relation to Ezekiel 34. It highlights how the divine shepherd imagery in Ezekiel 34—God’s care for the lost, healing of the wounded, and protection—finds fulfillment in the parable, revealing the redemptive work of Jesus Christ. The research demonstrates how Luke’s literary techniques, including the use of “katadeo” (καταδέω) and “trauma” (τραῦμα), establish intertextual links between the Old and New Testaments. These links connect human sin to Christ’s redemptive mission. Ultimately, this study argues that the Parable of the Good Samaritan functions as a theological narrative that embodies God’s redemptive plan, emphasizing the role of literary devices in shaping biblical meaning.