(Jesus continues to speak to his disciples.)

## Are not five sparrows sold for two small coins? ##

This is a rhetorical question. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]]). It can also be translated as "Think about sparrows. They have so little value that you can buy five of them for only two small coins" (UDB).

## sparrows ##

Sparrows are very small, seed eating birds.

## not one of the is forgotten in the sight of God ##

"God never forgets any of them!" (UDB) or "God never neglects to care for any sparrow!"

## even the hairs of your head are numbered ##

"God knows even how many hairs are on your head"

## Do not fear ##

"Do not be afraid of people" or "So do not be afraid of people who could hurt you"

## You are more valuable than many sparrows ##

"God values you more than many sparrows"