Biblical Shepherds were a common figure in the Bible, with ABEL and AMOS being two of the most well-known. ABEL was the son of Adam and Eve, and is mentioned in the book of Genesis. He was a shepherd who offered a sacrifice to God that was accepted. AMOS was a prophet from the 8th century BC, and is mentioned in the book of AMOS. He was a shepherd from Tekoa, and his prophecies focused on social justice and the need for repentance.