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Don&#8217t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. <a href="/nlt/luke/12.htm">New Living Translation</a> 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. <a href="/esv/luke/12.htm">English Standard Version</a> Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows. <a href="/bsb/luke/12.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. <a href="/blb/luke/12.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> But even the hairs of your head all have been numbered. Fear not; you are more valuable than many sparrows. <a href="/kjv/luke/12.htm">King James Bible</a> But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows. <a href="/nkjv/luke/12.htm">New King James Version</a> But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows. <a href="/nasb_/luke/12.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> But even the hairs of your head are all counted. Do not fear; you are more valuable than a great number of sparrows. <a href="/nasb/luke/12.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear; you are more valuable than many sparrows. <a href="/nasb77/luke/12.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear; you are of more value than many sparrows. <a href="/lsb/luke/12.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear; you are more valuable than many sparrows. <a href="/amp/luke/12.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Indeed the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not be afraid; you are far more valuable than many sparrows. <a href="/csb/luke/12.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Indeed, the hairs of your head are all counted. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. <a href="/hcsb/luke/12.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Indeed, the hairs of your head are all counted. Don&#8217t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows! <a href="/asv/luke/12.htm">American Standard Version</a> But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not: ye are of more value than many sparrows. <a href="/cev/luke/12.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Even the hairs on your head are counted. So don't be afraid! You are worth much more than many sparrows. <a href="/erv/luke/12.htm">English Revised Version</a> But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not: ye are of more value than many sparrows. <a href="/gwt/luke/12.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Even every hair on your head has been counted. Don't be afraid! You are worth more than many sparrows. <a href="/gnt/luke/12.htm">Good News Translation</a> Even the hairs of your head have all been counted. So do not be afraid; you are worth much more than many sparrows! <a href="/isv/luke/12.htm">International Standard Version</a> Why, even all the hairs on your head have been counted! Stop being afraid. You are worth more than a bunch of sparrows." <a href="/msb/luke/12.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. <a href="/net/luke/12.htm">NET Bible</a> In fact, even the hairs on your head are all numbered. Do not be afraid; you are more valuable than many sparrows. <a href="/nheb/luke/12.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Therefore do not be afraid. You are of more value than many sparrows. <a href="/wbt/luke/12.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows. <a href="/wey/luke/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> But the very hairs on your heads are all counted. Away with fear: you are more precious than a multitude of sparrows.' <a href="/web/luke/12.htm">World English Bible</a> But the very hairs of your head are all counted. Therefore don’t be afraid. You are of more value than many sparrows. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/12.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> but even the hairs of your head have all been numbered; therefore do not fear, you are of more value than many sparrows. <a href="/blb/luke/12.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> But even the hairs of your head all have been numbered. Fear not; you are more valuable than many sparrows. <a href="/ylt/luke/12.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> but even the hairs of your head have been all numbered; therefore fear ye not, than many sparrows ye are of more value. <a href="/slt/luke/12.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> But also the hairs of your head were all numbered. Therefore fear not: ye have the preeminence over many little sparrows.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/12.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Yea, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: you are of more value than many sparrows. <a href="/cpdv/luke/12.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> But even the very hairs of your head have all been numbered. Therefore, do not be afraid. You are worth more than many sparrows. <a href="/nabre/luke/12.htm">New American Bible</a> Even the hairs of your head have all been counted. Do not be afraid. You are worth more than many sparrows. <a href="/nrsvce/luke/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> But even the hairs of your head are all counted. Do not be afraid; you are of more value than many sparrows.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> 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. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/12.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> “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.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/12.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.<CM> <a href="/godbey/luke/12.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> <FR>But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not: ye are more important than many sparrows.<Fr> <a href="/haweis/luke/12.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> But even the hairs of your head are all numbered: fear not then, ye are of more value than many sparrows. <a href="/mace/luke/12.htm">Mace New Testament</a> 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. <a href="/wey/luke/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> But the very hairs on your heads are all counted. Away with fear: you are more precious than a multitude of sparrows.' <a href="/worrell/luke/12.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> <FR>But even the hairs of your head have all been numbered; fear not, ye are of more value than many sparrows.<Fr> <a href="/worsley/luke/12.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> <FR>Nay the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Be not therefore afraid; ye are of more worth than many sparrows.<Fr> <a href="/parallel/luke/12-7.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3-5_0Jtd9Lc?start=5015" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/luke/12.htm">Fear God Alone</a> …6Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7<a href="/greek/235.htm" title="235: alla (Conj) -- But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.">And even</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hai (Art-NFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">very</a> <a href="/greek/2359.htm" title="2359: triches (N-NFP) -- Hair (of the head or of animals). Genitive case trichos, etc. of uncertain derivation; hair.">hairs</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēs (Art-GFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymōn (PPro-G2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">your</a> <a href="/greek/2776.htm" title="2776: kephalēs (N-GFS) -- From the primary kapto; the head, literally or figuratively.">head</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pasai (Adj-NFP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole."></a> <a href="/greek/705.htm" title="705: ērithmēntai (V-RIM/P-3P) -- To number, count. From arithmos; to enumerate or count.">are all numbered.</a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether."></a> <a href="/greek/5399.htm" title="5399: phobeisthe (V-PMM/P-2P) -- From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere.">So do not be afraid;</a> <a href="/greek/1308.htm" title="1308: diapherete (V-PIA-2P) -- From dia and phero; to bear through, i.e. transport; usually to bear apart, i.e. to toss about; subjectively, to differ, or surpass.">you are worth more</a> <a href="/greek/4183.htm" title="4183: pollōn (Adj-GNP) -- Much, many; often. ">than many</a> <a href="/greek/4765.htm" title="4765: strouthiōn (N-GNP) -- A small bird, sparrow. Diminutive of strouthos; a little sparrow.">sparrows.</a> 8I tell you, everyone who confesses Me before men, the Son of Man will also confess him before the angels of God.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/matthew/10-30.htm">Matthew 10:30</a> And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. <a href="/psalms/139-1.htm">Psalm 139:1-4</a> 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. ... <a href="/psalms/139-17.htm">Psalm 139:17-18</a> 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. <a href="/isaiah/49-15.htm">Isaiah 49:15-16</a> “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. <a href="/jeremiah/1-5.htm">Jeremiah 1:5</a> “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.” <a href="/matthew/6-26.htm">Matthew 6:26</a> 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? <a href="/matthew/6-31.htm">Matthew 6:31-32</a> 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. <a href="/1_peter/5-7.htm">1 Peter 5:7</a> Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. <a href="/job/31-4.htm">Job 31:4</a> Does He not see my ways and count my every step? <a href="/proverbs/5-21.htm">Proverbs 5:21</a> For a man’s ways are before the eyes of the LORD, and the LORD examines all his paths. <a href="/psalms/147-4.htm">Psalm 147:4</a> He determines the number of the stars; He calls them each by name. <a href="/psalms/56-8.htm">Psalm 56:8</a> You have taken account of my wanderings. Put my tears in Your bottle—are they not in Your book? <a href="/isaiah/43-1.htm">Isaiah 43:1</a> 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! <a href="/john/10-3.htm">John 10:3</a> 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. <a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28</a> And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: you are of more value than many sparrows.even.<a href="/luke/21-18.htm">Luke 21:18</a> But there shall not an hair of your head perish.<a href="/1_samuel/14-45.htm">1 Samuel 14:45</a> 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.<a href="/2_samuel/14-11.htm">2 Samuel 14:11</a> 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.<a href="/job/35-11.htm">Job 35:11</a> Who teacheth us more than the beasts of the earth, and maketh us wiser than the fowls of heaven?<a href="/psalms/8-6.htm">Psalm 8:6</a> Thou madest him to have dominion over the works of thy hands; thou hast put all things under his feet:<a href="/isaiah/43-3.htm">Isaiah 43:3,4</a> 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… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/12-4.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/mark/11-32.htm">Counted</a> <a href="/luke/12-5.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/luke/2-8.htm">Flock</a> <a href="/luke/7-44.htm">Hairs</a> <a href="/luke/9-58.htm">Head</a> <a href="/luke/6-1.htm">Heads</a> <a href="/luke/11-48.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/luke/12-1.htm">Multitude</a> <a href="/luke/2-3.htm">Numbered</a> <a href="/mark/14-3.htm">Precious</a> <a href="/luke/12-6.htm">Sparrows</a> <a href="/matthew/12-12.htm">Valuable</a> <a href="/mark/12-42.htm">Value</a> <a href="/mark/12-42.htm">Worth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/12-32.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/luke/21-36.htm">Counted</a> <a href="/luke/12-29.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/luke/12-32.htm">Flock</a> <a href="/revelation/1-14.htm">Hairs</a> <a href="/luke/12-39.htm">Head</a> <a href="/luke/21-18.htm">Heads</a> <a href="/luke/13-9.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/luke/12-13.htm">Multitude</a> <a href="/luke/22-3.htm">Numbered</a> <a href="/luke/12-24.htm">Precious</a> <a href="/matthew/10-29.htm">Sparrows</a> <a href="/luke/12-24.htm">Valuable</a> <a href="/luke/12-24.htm">Value</a> <a href="/john/6-7.htm">Worth</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 12</div>1. <a href="/luke/12-1.htm">Jesus preaches to his apostles to avoid hypocrisy</a> 13. <a href="/luke/12-13.htm">and warns against covetousness, by the parable of the man who set up greater barns.</a> 22. <a href="/luke/12-22.htm">We must not worry about earthly things,</a> 31. <a href="/luke/12-31.htm">but seek the kingdom of God;</a> 33. <a href="/luke/12-33.htm">give alms;</a> 35. <a href="/luke/12-35.htm">be ready at a knock to open to our Lord whensoever he comes.</a> 41. <a href="/luke/12-41.htm">Jesus' disciples are to see to their charges,</a> 49. <a href="/luke/12-49.htm">and look for persecution.</a> 54. <a href="/luke/12-54.htm">The people must take this time of grace;</a> 57. <a href="/luke/12-57.htm">because it is a fearful thing to die without reconciliation.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/luke/12.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/luke/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/luke/12.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>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 in <a href="/psalms/139.htm">Psalm 139:1-4</a>, 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 in <a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a>, 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 (<a href="/matthew/10-29.htm">Matthew 10:29</a>). 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 (<a href="/genesis/1-27.htm">Genesis 1:27</a>). 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 (<a href="/romans/5-8.htm">Romans 5:8</a>). 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.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> The speaker of this verse, providing comfort and assurance to His disciples. 2. <a href="/topical/d/disciples.htm">Disciples</a> The immediate audience of Jesus' teaching, representing all believers who follow Him. 3. <a href="/topical/s/sparrows.htm">Sparrows</a> Small birds used by Jesus as a metaphor to illustrate God's care and attention to His creation. 4. <a href="/topical/g/god_the_father.htm">God the Father</a> Implicit in the text as the one who knows and values His creation intimately. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_crowd.htm">The Crowd</a> The larger group present during Jesus' teaching, witnessing His message to the disciples.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/g/god's_intimate_knowledge.htm">God's Intimate Knowledge</a> God knows every detail about us, even the number of hairs on our head. This reflects His omniscience and personal care. <a href="/topical/f/fearlessness_in_faith.htm">Fearlessness in Faith</a> 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. <a href="/topical/v/value_and_worth.htm">Value and Worth</a> 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. <a href="/topical/d/divine_providence.htm">Divine Providence</a> God's attention to detail in creation assures us of His providence. We can trust Him to provide for our needs. <a href="/topical/e/encouragement_in_trials.htm">Encouragement in Trials</a> In times of difficulty, remembering our value to God can provide comfort and strength. We are never forgotten or overlooked by Him.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_12.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 12</a> <a href="/q/does_god_care_about_my_well-being.htm">Does God care about my well-being?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_walk,_leap,_and_praise_god.htm">Are you valued more than many sparrows?</a> <a href="/q/why_must_god_'stoop'_if_omnipresent.htm">(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? </a> <a href="/q/why_does_suffering_exist_if_god_cares.htm">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? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/luke/12-7.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>[And even] ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_235.htm">Strong's 235: </a> But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. the αἱ (hai) Article - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. very καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. hairs τρίχες (triches) Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2359.htm">Strong's 2359: </a> Hair (of the head or of animals). Genitive case trichos, etc. of uncertain derivation; hair. of τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> 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 <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. head κεφαλῆς (kephalēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2776.htm">Strong's 2776: </a> From the primary kapto; the head, literally or figuratively. are all numbered. ἠρίθμηνται (ērithmēntai) Verb - Perfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_705.htm">Strong's 705: </a> 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 <a href="/greek/strongs_5399.htm">Strong's 5399: </a> 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 <a href="/greek/strongs_1308.htm">Strong's 1308: </a> 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 <a href="/greek/strongs_4183.htm">Strong's 4183: </a> Much, many; often. sparrows. στρουθίων (strouthiōn) Noun - Genitive Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4765.htm">Strong's 4765: </a> A small bird, sparrow. 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