Luke 12:7
New International Version
Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.

New Living Translation
And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of sparrows.

English Standard Version
Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows.

Berean Standard Bible
And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.

Berean Literal Bible
But even the hairs of your head all have been numbered. Fear not; you are more valuable than many sparrows.

King James Bible
But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows.

New King James Version
But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.

New American Standard Bible
But even the hairs of your head are all counted. Do not fear; you are more valuable than a great number of sparrows.

NASB 1995
“Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear; you are more valuable than many sparrows.

NASB 1977
“Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear; you are of more value than many sparrows.

Legacy Standard Bible
Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear; you are more valuable than many sparrows.

Amplified Bible
Indeed the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not be afraid; you are far more valuable than many sparrows.

Christian Standard Bible
Indeed, the hairs of your head are all counted. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Indeed, the hairs of your head are all counted. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows!

American Standard Version
But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not: ye are of more value than many sparrows.

Contemporary English Version
Even the hairs on your head are counted. So don't be afraid! You are worth much more than many sparrows.

English Revised Version
But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not: ye are of more value than many sparrows.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Even every hair on your head has been counted. Don't be afraid! You are worth more than many sparrows.

Good News Translation
Even the hairs of your head have all been counted. So do not be afraid; you are worth much more than many sparrows!

International Standard Version
Why, even all the hairs on your head have been counted! Stop being afraid. You are worth more than a bunch of sparrows."

Majority Standard Bible
And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.

NET Bible
In fact, even the hairs on your head are all numbered. Do not be afraid; you are more valuable than many sparrows.

New Heart English Bible
But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Therefore do not be afraid. You are of more value than many sparrows.

Webster's Bible Translation
But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows.

Weymouth New Testament
But the very hairs on your heads are all counted. Away with fear: you are more precious than a multitude of sparrows.'

World English Bible
But the very hairs of your head are all counted. Therefore don’t be afraid. You are of more value than many sparrows.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
but even the hairs of your head have all been numbered; therefore do not fear, you are of more value than many sparrows.

Berean Literal Bible
But even the hairs of your head all have been numbered. Fear not; you are more valuable than many sparrows.

Young's Literal Translation
but even the hairs of your head have been all numbered; therefore fear ye not, than many sparrows ye are of more value.

Smith's Literal Translation
But also the hairs of your head were all numbered. Therefore fear not: ye have the preeminence over many little sparrows.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Yea, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: you are of more value than many sparrows.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But even the very hairs of your head have all been numbered. Therefore, do not be afraid. You are worth more than many sparrows.

New American Bible
Even the hairs of your head have all been counted. Do not be afraid. You are worth more than many sparrows.

New Revised Standard Version
But even the hairs of your head are all counted. Do not be afraid; you are of more value than many sparrows.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But so far as you are concerned, even the hairs of your head are all numbered; therefore fear not, because you are much more important than many sparrows.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“But every hair of the hairs of your heads is numbered, therefore you shall not be afraid, because you are better than a multitude of sparrows.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.

Godbey New Testament
But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not: ye are more important than many sparrows.

Haweis New Testament
But even the hairs of your head are all numbered: fear not then, ye are of more value than many sparrows.

Mace New Testament
nay, the very hairs of your head can't fall without being number'd: be not then afraid; there is no comparison between you and sparrows.

Weymouth New Testament
But the very hairs on your heads are all counted. Away with fear: you are more precious than a multitude of sparrows.'

Worrell New Testament
But even the hairs of your head have all been numbered; fear not, ye are of more value than many sparrows.

Worsley New Testament
Nay the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Be not therefore afraid; ye are of more worth than many sparrows.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Fear God Alone
6Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. 8I tell you, everyone who confesses Me before men, the Son of Man will also confess him before the angels of God.…

Cross References
Matthew 10:30
And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered.

Psalm 139:1-4
For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. O LORD, You have searched me and known me. / You know when I sit and when I rise; You understand my thoughts from afar. / You search out my path and my lying down; You are aware of all my ways. ...

Psalm 139:17-18
How precious to me are Your thoughts, O God, how vast is their sum! / If I were to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand; and when I awake, I am still with You.

Isaiah 49:15-16
“Can a woman forget her nursing child, or lack compassion for the son of her womb? Even if she could forget, I will not forget you! / Behold, I have inscribed you on the palms of My hands; your walls are ever before Me.

Jeremiah 1:5
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”

Matthew 6:26
Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?

Matthew 6:31-32
Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ / For the Gentiles strive after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them.

1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.

Job 31:4
Does He not see my ways and count my every step?

Proverbs 5:21
For a man’s ways are before the eyes of the LORD, and the LORD examines all his paths.

Psalm 147:4
He determines the number of the stars; He calls them each by name.

Psalm 56:8
You have taken account of my wanderings. Put my tears in Your bottle—are they not in Your book?

Isaiah 43:1
But now, this is what the LORD says—He who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine!

John 10:3
The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen for his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out.

Romans 8:28
And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.


Treasury of Scripture

But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: you are of more value than many sparrows.

even.

Luke 21:18
But there shall not an hair of your head perish.

1 Samuel 14:45
And the people said unto Saul, Shall Jonathan die, who hath wrought this great salvation in Israel? God forbid: as the LORD liveth, there shall not one hair of his head fall to the ground; for he hath wrought with God this day. So the people rescued Jonathan, that he died not.

2 Samuel 14:11
Then said she, I pray thee, let the king remember the LORD thy God, that thou wouldest not suffer the revengers of blood to destroy any more, lest they destroy my son. And he said, As the LORD liveth, there shall not one hair of thy son fall to the earth.

ye are.

Job 35:11
Who teacheth us more than the beasts of the earth, and maketh us wiser than the fowls of heaven?

Psalm 8:6
Thou madest him to have dominion over the works of thy hands; thou hast put all things under his feet:

Isaiah 43:3,4
For I am the LORD thy God, the Holy One of Israel, thy Saviour: I gave Egypt for thy ransom, Ethiopia and Seba for thee…

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Luke 12
1. Jesus preaches to his apostles to avoid hypocrisy
13. and warns against covetousness, by the parable of the man who set up greater barns.
22. We must not worry about earthly things,
31. but seek the kingdom of God;
33. give alms;
35. be ready at a knock to open to our Lord whensoever he comes.
41. Jesus' disciples are to see to their charges,
49. and look for persecution.
54. The people must take this time of grace;
57. because it is a fearful thing to die without reconciliation.














Indeed
This word serves as an affirmation, emphasizing the truth and certainty of the statement that follows. In the Greek, the word used is "alla," which often serves to contrast or emphasize a point. Here, it underscores the reliability of God's knowledge and care, setting the stage for the profound truth about God's intimate awareness of our lives.

the very hairs
This phrase highlights the meticulous and detailed nature of God's knowledge. The Greek word for "hairs" is "thrix," which is used to denote individual strands. This imagery is powerful, suggesting that God’s knowledge of us is not just general but extends to the most minute details. Historically, hair was often seen as a symbol of strength and vitality, as seen in the account of Samson. Thus, this phrase reassures believers of God's comprehensive understanding and care for every aspect of their being.

of your head
This specifies the location, emphasizing the personal and individual nature of God's care. The head, in biblical times, was often seen as the seat of thought and identity. By focusing on the head, the verse underscores that God’s knowledge is not just about our physical being but also our thoughts, intentions, and identity. This reflects the biblical theme that God knows us intimately, as seen in Psalm 139:1-4.

are all numbered
The Greek word for "numbered" is "arithmeo," which implies a deliberate and careful counting. This suggests that God’s knowledge is not passive but active and intentional. The use of "all" indicates completeness, reinforcing the idea that nothing about us is overlooked by God. This phrase serves as a comforting reminder of God’s sovereignty and meticulous care, assuring believers that they are fully known and valued by their Creator.

So do not be afraid
This imperative is a direct command, encouraging believers to live without fear. The Greek word "phobeo" is used here, which can mean to fear or to be in awe. In this context, it is a call to trust in God’s providence and care, rather than being consumed by anxiety. This echoes the biblical theme of trusting in God’s protection and provision, as seen in passages like Isaiah 41:10.

you are worth more
This phrase speaks to the inherent value and worth of each individual in the eyes of God. The Greek word "diaphero" is used, which means to carry through or to differ, indicating a distinction in value. This reassures believers of their preciousness to God, affirming the biblical truth that humans are made in the image of God (Genesis 1:27) and are of great worth to Him.

than many sparrows
Sparrows, in biblical times, were considered of little value, often sold for a small price. The use of sparrows here serves as a contrast to highlight the greater worth of human beings. In Matthew 10:29, sparrows are mentioned as being sold for a penny, yet not one falls to the ground outside of the Father’s care. This comparison serves to illustrate God’s attentive care for all His creation, and even more so for humans, who are made in His image. This reinforces the message of God’s love and the assurance that He values and cares for each person deeply.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
[And even]
ἀλλὰ (alla)
Conjunction
Strong's 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.

the
αἱ (hai)
Article - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

very
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

hairs
τρίχες (triches)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 2359: Hair (of the head or of animals). Genitive case trichos, etc. of uncertain derivation; hair.

of
τῆς (tēs)
Article - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

your
ὑμῶν (hymōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

head
κεφαλῆς (kephalēs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 2776: From the primary kapto; the head, literally or figuratively.

are all numbered.
ἠρίθμηνται (ērithmēntai)
Verb - Perfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 705: To number, count. From arithmos; to enumerate or count.

[So] do not be afraid;
φοβεῖσθε (phobeisthe)
Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 5399: From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere.

you are worth more
διαφέρετε (diapherete)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 1308: From dia and phero; to bear through, i.e. transport; usually to bear apart, i.e. to toss about; subjectively, to 'differ', or surpass.

than many
πολλῶν (pollōn)
Adjective - Genitive Neuter Plural
Strong's 4183: Much, many; often.

sparrows.
στρουθίων (strouthiōn)
Noun - Genitive Neuter Plural
Strong's 4765: A small bird, sparrow. Diminutive of strouthos; a little sparrow.


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