Mark 13:28

28 Now of the fig tree learn ye a parable. When the branch thereof is now tender and the leaves are come forth, you know that summer is very 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 And then shall they see the Son of man coming in the clouds, with great power and glory.

27 And then shall he send his angels and shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from the uttermost part of the earth to the uttermost part of heaven.

28 Now of the fig tree learn ye a parable. When the branch thereof is now tender and the leaves are come forth, you know that summer is very near.

29 So you also when you shall see these things come to pass, know ye that it is very nigh, even at the doors.

30 Amen, I say to you that this generation shall not pass until all these things be done.