Luke 21:29-33

The Lesson of the Fig Tree

29 And he told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree, and all the trees.

30 As soon as they come out in leaf, you see ¹for yourselves and know that the summer is already near.

31 So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that the kingdom of God is near.

32 ²Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all has taken place.

33 ³Heaven and earth will pass away, but ⁴my words will not pass away.

Cross References

• 1. 21:30 ch. 12:57; [Matt. 16:3]
• 2. 21:32 See ch. 9:27
• 3. 21:33 Ps. 102:26; Isa. 51:6; 2 Pet. 3:10; [Matt. 5:18; Heb. 12:27]
• 4. 21:33 Ps. 119:89; Isa. 40:8; 1 Pet. 1:23, 25