The Parable of the Fig Tree: A Sign of the Times

Jesus uses the fig tree as a symbol of the coming judgment, teaching his disciples to be vigilant and discerning.

The Parable of the Fig Tree: A Sign of the Times

Matthew 24:32-33

32. Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When his branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is nigh:
33. So likewise ye, when ye shall see all these things, know that it is near, even at the doors.

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Bible Red Thread 15b: Consistency (Matthew 24) : Matthew 24 / Darby 1. And Jesus went forth and went away from the temple, and his disciples came to [him] to point out to him the buildings of the temple. 2. And he answering said to them, Do ye not see all these things? Verily I say to you, Not a stone shall be left here upon a stone which shall not be thrown down. 3. And as he was sitting upon the mount of Olives the disciples came to him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be, and what is the sign of thy coming and [the] completion of the age? 4. And Jesus answering said to them, See that no one mislead you. 5. For many shall come in my name, saying, *I* am the Christ, and they shall mislead many.

Bible Red Thread 15a: A Glorious Future (Matthew 24) : Matthew 24 / Darby 1. And Jesus went forth and went away from the temple, and his disciples came to [him] to point out to him the buildings of the temple. 2. And he answering said to them, Do ye not see all these things? Verily I say to you, Not a stone shall be left here upon a stone which shall not be thrown down. 3. And as he was sitting upon the mount of Olives the disciples came to him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be, and what is the sign of thy coming and [the] completion of the age? 4. And Jesus answering said to them, See that no one mislead you. 5. For many shall come in my name, saying, *I* am the Christ, and they shall mislead many.

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General themes for this chapter of the Bible: Olivet Discourse; Signs of the End; The Great Tribulation; The Coming of the Son of Man; The Parable of the Fig Tree; The Faithful and Wise Servant

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