Mark 13:28 cpdv — Now from the fig tree discern a parable. When its branch becomes tender and the foliage has been formed, you know that…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Now from the fig tree discern a parable. When its branch becomes tender and the foliage has been formed, you know that summer is very near. "

— Mark 13:28, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 13 — Context

25

And the stars of heaven will be falling down, and the powers that are in heaven will be moved.

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And then they shall see the Son of man arriving on the clouds, with great power and glory.

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And then he will send his Angels, and gather together his elect, from the four winds, from the limits of the earth, to the limits of heaven.

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Now from the fig tree discern a parable. When its branch becomes tender and the foliage has been formed, you know that summer is very near.

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So also, when you will have seen these things happen, know that it is very near, even at the doors.

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Amen I say to you, that this lineage shall not pass away, until all these things have happened.

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Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my word shall not pass away.

Mark 13:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 13:28 say?
Mark 13:28 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Now from the fig tree discern a parable. When its branch becomes tender and the foliage has been formed, you know that summer is very near. ”
Where is Mark 13:28 in the Bible?
Mark 13:28 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 13, verse 28.
Who wrote Mark?
Mark is traditionally attributed to John Mark, companion of Peter and Paul. Early tradition (Papias, c. AD 130) reports Mark wrote down Peter's preaching. It was written c. AD 55–65.
What is the book of Mark about?
Mark is the shortest, fastest-paced Gospel — "immediately" is its favorite word. It portrays Jesus as the powerful, suffering Servant who acts, heals, casts out demons, and finally gives his life as a ransom for many. The story moves with urgency from Galilee to a cross outside Jerusalem.
What are the major themes of Mark?
Mark explores themes including Servant, Action, Suffering, Discipleship, Cross. These themes shape the meaning and context of Mark 13:28.
What translation should I read Mark 13:28 in?
Mark 13:28 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Mark 13:28?
Mark 13:28 reads (CPDV): “Now from the fig tree discern a parable. When its branch becomes tender and the foliage has been formed, you know that summer is very near. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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