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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"