Luke 21:29

29 Jesus told them a story. "Look at the fig tree and all the trees," he said.

Luke 21:29 Meaning and Commentary

Luke 21:29

And he spake to them a parable
That is, to his disciples:

behold the fig tree, and all the trees;
that, or any other tree; (See Gill on Matthew 24:32).

Luke 21:29 In-Context

27 "At that time people will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud. He will come with power and great glory.
28 When these things begin to take place, stand up. Hold your head up with joy and hope. The time when you will be set free will be very close."
29 Jesus told them a story. "Look at the fig tree and all the trees," he said.
30 "When you see leaves appear on the branches, you know that summer is near.
31 In the same way, when you see these things happening, you will know that God's kingdom is near.
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