Mark 13:28

28 "Learn a lesson from the fig tree. As soon as its twigs get tender and its leaves come out, you know that summer is near.

Mark 13:28 Meaning and Commentary

Mark 13:28

Now learn a parable of the fig tree
Our Lord was now upon the Mount of Olives, in one part of which fig trees grew in great plenty, and one, or more, might be near, and in view; and it was the time of year, the passover being at hand, for its putting forth:

when her branch is yet tender;
and soft and opening, through the sap now in motion:

and putteth forth leaves;
from the branches:

ye know, that summer is near;
from such an appearance on the fig tree; (See Gill on Matthew 24:32).

Mark 13:28 In-Context

26 "At that time people will see the Son of Man coming in clouds. He will come with great power and glory.

27 He will send his angels. He will gather his chosen people from all four directions. He will bring them from the ends of the earth to the ends of the heavens.

28 "Learn a lesson from the fig tree. As soon as its twigs get tender and its leaves come out, you know that summer is near.

29 In the same way, when you see those things happening, you know that the end is near. It is right at the door.

30 What I'm about to tell you is true. The people living at that time will certainly not pass away until all those things have happened.