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Parable of the Fig Tree

29 Then He told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree and all the trees;(A) 30 as soon as they put out leaves, you see it and know for yourselves that summer is near. 31 So you too, when you see these things happening, know [without any doubt] that the kingdom of God is near. 32 I assure you and most solemnly say to you, this generation [those living at that definite period of time preceding the second coming] will not pass away until [a]everything takes place. 33 Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away.

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  1. Luke 21:32 I.e. the establishment of God’s kingdom.

29 And He told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree and all the trees: 30 as soon as they put forth leaves, you see for yourselves and (A)know that summer is now near. 31 So you too, when you see these things happening, [a]recognize that (B)the kingdom of God is near. 32 Truly I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all things take place. 33 (C)Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away.

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  1. Luke 21:31 Lit know