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Aren`t five sparrows sold for two assaria? Not one of them is forgotten by God.
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The 'Extra' Sparrow
Scholars note the specific pricing: five sparrows for two pennies, which implies a 'buy four, get one free' deal. This detail emphasizes the extreme insignificance of a single sparrow in the marketplace. Jesus's point is that even this 'throw-in' bird, considered worthless by humans, is not forgotten by God, illustrating the depth of His awareness.
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