A sacrificial lamb is a metaphorical reference to a person or animal sacrificed for the common good. The term is derived from the traditions of the Abrahamic religions where a lamb is a highly valued possession.[1]
- ^ Hoerner, Ernest Milner; Frank (2010-09-03). A Dialogue on Christianity. iUniverse. ISBN 9781450249256.
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