Matthew 24:32

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The Parable of the Fig Tree“Learn this parable from the fig tree: Whenever its branch becomes tender and puts out its leaves, you know that summer is near.

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  • Luke 21:29-30 : 29 The Parable of the Fig Tree Then he told them a parable:“Look at the fig tree and all the other trees. 30 When they sprout leaves, you see for yourselves and know that summer is now near.
  • Mark 13:28-29 : 28 The Parable of the Fig Tree“Learn this parable from the fig tree: Whenever its branch becomes tender and puts out its leaves, you know that summer is near. 29 So also you, when you see these things happening, know that he is near, right at the door.

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