Mark 13:28

The Lesson of the Fig Tree

28 Now learn this lesson ^[a] from the fig tree: As soon as its branches become tender and sprout leaves, you know that summer is near. ¹

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 they will see the Son of Man coming in the clouds with great power and glory.

27 And He will send out the angels to gather His elect from the four winds, from the ends of the earth to the ends of heaven.

28 Now learn this lesson from the fig tree: As soon as its branches become tender and sprout leaves, you know that summer is near.

29 So also, when you see these things happening, know that He is near, right at the door.

30 Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have happened.

Cross References

• 1. (Matthew 24:32–35; Luke 21:29–33)

Footnotes

• [a]. Or this parable