John Gill's Exposition on Matthew 24:32

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Exposition of the Old and New Testament
John Gill (1697–1771) · 18th-century historical commentary
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Now learn a parable of the fig tree, etc.] Take a similitude, or comparison from the fig tree, which was a tree well known in Judea; and the putting forth of its branches, leaves, and fruit, fell under the observation of everyone: when its branch is yet tender; through the influence of the sun, and the motion of the sap, which was bound up, and congealed in the winter season: and putteth forth leaves; from the tender branches, which swell, and open, and put forth buds, leaves, and fruit: ye know the summer is nigh; spring being already come: the fig tree putting forth her green figs, is a sign that the winter is past, the spring is come, and summer is at hand; (see <220211>Song of Solomon 2:11,13).

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