The Lesson of the Fig Tree

28 “From the fig tree learn its lesson: as soon as its branch becomes tender and puts out its leaves, you know that summer is near. 29 So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that he is near, (A)at the very gates. 30 (B)Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place. 31 (C)Heaven and earth will pass away, but (D)my words will not pass away.

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The Parable of the Fig Tree

28 “Learn(A) this parable(B) from the fig(C) tree: As soon as its branch becomes tender and sprouts leaves, you know that summer is near.(D) 29 In the same way, when you see these things happening, know[a] that He[b] is near—at the door! 30 I assure you:(E) This generation will certainly not pass away until all these things take place. 31 Heaven and earth(F) will pass away,(G) but My words will never pass away.(H)

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Footnotes

  1. Mark 13:29 Or you know
  2. Mark 13:29 Or it; = summer