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The lesson of the fig tree

Matt 24:32–35 · Mark 13:28–31 · Luke 21:29–33

Matthew

Matt 24:32–35

32Now learn this lesson from the fig tree: As soon as its branches become tender and sprout leaves, you know that summer is near.

33So also, when you see all these things, you will know that He is near, right at the door.

34Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have happened.

35Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away.

Mark

Mark 13:28–31

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

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

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

31Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away.

Luke

Luke 21:29–33

29Then Jesus told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree and all the trees.

30When they sprout leaves, you can see for yourselves and know that summer is near.

31So also, when you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near.

32Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have happened.

33Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away.

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