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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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AT Robertson
On Luke 12:6
Is forgotten (εστιν επιλελησμενον). Periphrastic perfect passive indicative of επιλανθανομα, common verb to forget. See Mt 10:29 f…
Charles Ellicott
On Luke 12:6
19th Century
Bishop
Are not five sparrows sold for two farthings? (Luke 12:6)—The variation from Saint Matthew’s two sparrows…
Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 12:6–7
19th Century
Preacher
Are not five sparrows sold for two farthings, and not one of them is forgotten before God? But even the very hairs of your head are all numbere…
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On Luke 12:6
“Friends” is an expression of confidence (), one that is antithetical to the hostility of the Pharisees (v.4). Jesus does not guarantee protection …
John Gill
On Luke 12:6
17th Century
Pastor
Are not five sparrows sold for two farthings
As two were sold for one farthing, (See Gill on Matthew 10:29)…
Matthew Henry
On Luke 12:1–12
17th Century
Minister
A firm belief in the doctrine of God's universal providence, and its extent, would satisfy us when we are in peril and encourage us to trust God in…