Psalms 123:7

Sparrow. Hebrew, "bird." This comparison shew at once the dangers to which the Jews had been exposed, and their miraculous deliverance. (Calmet) --- Man may deceive others: but they cannot impose on God. (Worthington) --- Grace preserves the soul from the most imminent dangers of temptation, sin, &c. (Berthier) --- We must therefore fly; but who will give us wings except God? (St. Ambrose)