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28 “Now from the fig tree, learn this parable. When the branch has now become tender, and produces its leaves, you know that the summer is near; 29 even so you also, when you see these things coming to pass, know that it is near, at the doors. 30 Most certainly I say to you, this generation[a] will not pass away until all these things happen. 31 Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.

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  1. 13:30 The word translated “generation” (genea) could also be translated “race”, “family”, or “people”.

The Lesson of the Fig Tree

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

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  1. 13.29 Or it