The parable of the fig tree (Luke 21:29 - 33)
Answer Text: Jesus then told the disciples and other audience the parable of the fig tree to explain the reality of his coming.The fig tree sheds its leaves during the winter and during spring it comes back to life and is a sign summer is near.In the same way there will be signs that the end is near. He therefore encouraged his disciples to lead a righteous life.They were told to be watchful all the time and keep on praying.Jesus promised that these events would happen in the lifetime of disciples and some of his disciples witnessed the destruction of temple by the Romans around 70 AD.
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