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But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Therefore don`t be afraid. You are of more value than many sparrows.

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God's Meticulous Care

Commentators emphasize that God's knowledge of you is not general but deeply personal and detailed. As Charles Spurgeon notes, God knows the "minutest details of your life and being." This intimate awareness, extending to the exact number of hairs on your head, is meant to be a profound source of comfort and a direct antidote to fear.

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AT Robertson

AT Robertson

On Luke 12:7

Numbered (ηριθμηντα). Perfect passive indicative. Periphrastic form in Mt 10:30 which see for details about sparrows, etc.

Charles Spurgeon

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…

Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Luke 12:7

“Friends” is an expression of confidence (), one that is antithetical to the hostility of the Pharisees (v.4). Jesus does not guarantee protection …

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John Gill

John Gill

On Luke 12:7

17th Century

Pastor

But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered ,
&c.] Not only their persons had passed under the hands of hi…

Matthew Henry

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…