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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, thevery 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."

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.'

Majority Text Translations

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.

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.…

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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 allthings under his feet:

Isaiah 43:3,4
For Iam the LORD thy God, the Holy One of Israel, thy Saviour: I gave Egyptfor 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.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered.
This phrase emphasizes God's intimate knowledge and care for each individual. In biblical times, hair was often seen as a symbol of strength and beauty, as seen in the story of Samson (Judges 16). The act of numbering suggests a meticulous attention to detail, indicating that God is aware of even the smallest aspects of our lives. This reflects the omniscience of God, a theme consistent throughout Scripture, such as inPsalm 139:1-4, where David speaks of God's complete knowledge of him. The idea that God numbers the hairs on our head underscores His sovereignty and personal involvement in our lives, contrasting with the deistic view that God is distant and uninvolved.

So do not be afraid;
Fear is a common human experience, often addressed in the Bible. In this context, Jesus reassures His followers not to fear persecution or the challenges they face. This command not to fear is repeated throughout Scripture, such as inIsaiah 41:10, where God promises His presence and strength. The assurance given here is rooted in the understanding of God's protective and providential care. Historically, the early Christians faced significant persecution, and this message would have been a source of comfort and encouragement, reminding them of God's ultimate authority and care.

you are worth more than many sparrows.
Sparrows were common and inexpensive birds in ancient Israel, often sold for a small price in the marketplace (Matthew 10:29). Despite their low economic value, Jesus uses them to illustrate God's care for all His creation. The comparison highlights the greater value God places on human beings, who are made in His image (Genesis 1:27). This statement reinforces the theme of God's providence and the inherent worth of each person. It also connects to the broader biblical narrative of redemption, where humanity's value is ultimately demonstrated through the sacrificial love of Christ (Romans 5:8). The assurance of worth and value is a central tenet of Christian teaching, providing believers with confidence in their identity and purpose in God's plan.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Jesus Christ
The speaker of this verse, providing comfort and assurance to His disciples.

2.Disciples
The immediate audience of Jesus' teaching, representing all believers who follow Him.

3.Sparrows
Small birds used by Jesus as a metaphor to illustrate God's care and attention to His creation.

4.God the Father
Implicit in the text as the one who knows and values His creation intimately.

5.The Crowd
The larger group present during Jesus' teaching, witnessing His message to the disciples.

Teaching Points

God's Intimate Knowledge
God knows every detail about us, even the number of hairs on our head. This reflects His omniscience and personal care.

Fearlessness in Faith
Understanding our worth in God's eyes should dispel fear. We are valued more than many sparrows, and this should encourage us to trust Him fully.

Value and Worth
Our worth is not determined by worldly standards but by God's love and care for us. This should shape our identity and self-worth.

Divine Providence
God's attention to detail in creation assures us of His providence. We can trust Him to provide for our needs.

Encouragement in Trials
In times of difficulty, remembering our value to God can provide comfort and strength. We are never forgotten or overlooked by Him.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Luke 12:7?

2.How does Luke 12:7 emphasize God's intimate knowledge of our personal lives?

3.What does "even the hairs of your head" reveal about God's care for us?

4.How can Luke 12:7 strengthen our trust in God's provision and protection?

5.Which other scriptures affirm God's detailed knowledge and care for His creation?

6.How should understanding God's care in Luke 12:7 affect our daily worries?

7.How does Luke 12:7 reflect God's knowledge and care for individuals?

8.What does "even the hairs of your head are all numbered" imply about God's omniscience?

9.How does Luke 12:7 challenge the belief in a distant or uninvolved deity?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 12?

11.Does God care about my well-being?

12.Are you valued more than many sparrows?

13.(Psalm 113:6) Why does an omnipresent God need to “stoop down” to look at the heavens and the earth, implying a physical movement that seems contradictory to an all-seeing deity?

14.If God supposedly cares for every sparrow (Luke 12:6–7), how can we reconcile this with the widespread suffering of animals and people throughout history?

What Does Luke 12:7 Mean

Even the very hairs of your head are all numbered

Luke 12:7a: “And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered.”

• Jesus states a stunning fact, not a figure of speech. God literally keeps count of every strand.

• This reveals His exhaustive knowledge (Psalm 139:1-4) and intimate involvement in creation (Psalm 147:4).

• The same Lord who knew Jeremiah before he was formed (Jeremiah 1:5) knows every minute detail about us.

• Because Scripture affirms the same truth inMatthew 10:30, we can rest in its certainty.

• If God tracks something as ordinary and ever-changing as hair, nothing in our lives escapes His notice.

So do not be afraid

Luke 12:7b: “So do not be afraid;”

• Fear melts when we grasp God’s perfect knowledge and care.

•Isaiah 41:10 echoes the command: “Do not fear, for I am with you.” Presence dispels panic.

•Psalm 23:4 shows David walking “through the valley of the shadow of death” without fear because the Shepherd is near.

•1 Peter 5:7 urges us to cast anxiety on Him precisely because He cares.

• Jesus roots courage not in self-confidence but in confidence that every circumstance is under the watchful eye of our heavenly Father.

You are worth more than many sparrows

Luke 12:7c: “you are worth more than many sparrows.”

• Just one verse earlier, Jesus noted that five sparrows cost two pennies, yet “not one of them is forgotten by God” (Luke 12:6).

• If inexpensive birds never slip from His memory, how much more will He value people made in His image (Genesis 1:27).

•Matthew 6:26 points to birds again: the Father feeds them, and we are “much more valuable” than they.

• Our worth is ultimately displayed at the cross: “He who did not spare His own Son… will He not also graciously give us all things?” (Romans 8:32).

•John 3:16 confirms that the measure of our value is the life of God’s only Son.

summary

Jesus links God’s meticulous knowledge, our freedom from fear, and our immeasurable worth. The Father counts each hair, so He surely governs every challenge we face. Knowing this, we reject fear and rest in a love that values us far above sparrows—a love proved at Calvary and active in every detail of our daily lives.

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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