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Bible Quotes About Fig Trees

13 Scripture verses about fig trees from the King James Version, with full verse text for study and meditation.

Scripture uses fig trees as powerful symbols of spiritual condition and readiness. From the first use of fig leaves by Adam and Eve to cover their nakedness (Genesis 3:7), to the fig tree's own question of forsaking its sweetness for promotion (Judges 9:11), the fig tree represents both provision and responsibility. Jeremiah contrasts good and bad figs to illustrate moral discernment (Jeremiah 24:2), while Habakkuk highlights the dire consequences when the fig tree fails to blossom, signifying judgment or hardship (Habakkuk 3:17). Christ’s cursing of the barren fig tree (Matthew 21:19) and His parable teaching to observe the fig tree’s budding as a sign of the coming season (Matthew 24:32) further emphasize the importance of fruitfulness and spiritual awareness.

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Top 10 Bible Quotes About Fig Trees

Genesis 3:7 — “And the eyes of them both were opened, and they knew that they were naked; and they sewed fig leaves together, and made themselves aprons. aprons: or, things to gird about”
Judges 9:11 — “But the fig tree said unto them, Should I forsake my sweetness, and my good fruit, and go to be promoted over the trees?”
Jeremiah 24:2 — “One basket had very good figs, even like the figs that are first ripe: and the other basket had very naughty figs, which could not be eaten, they were so bad. they: Heb. for badness”
Habakkuk 3:17 — “Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the vines; the labour of the olive shall fail, and the fields shall yield no meat; the flock shall be cut off from the fold, and ther...”
Matthew 21:19 — “And when he saw a fig tree in the way, he came to it, and found nothing thereon , but leaves only, and said unto it, Let no fruit grow on thee henceforward for ever. And presently the fig tree withere...”
Matthew 24:32 — “Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When his branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is nigh:”
Mark 11:12 — “And on the morrow, when they were come from Bethany, he was hungry:”
Mark 13:28 — “Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When her branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is near:”
Luke 13:6 — “He spake also this parable; A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon , and found none.”
Luke 21:29 — “And he spake to them a parable; Behold the fig tree, and all the trees;”

Old Testament Quotes About Fig Trees (4)

“And the eyes of them both were opened, and they knew that they were naked; and they sewed fig leaves together, and made themselves aprons. aprons: or, things to gird about”

Genesis 3:7KJV

“But the fig tree said unto them, Should I forsake my sweetness, and my good fruit, and go to be promoted over the trees?”

Judges 9:11KJV

“One basket had very good figs, even like the figs that are first ripe: and the other basket had very naughty figs, which could not be eaten, they were so bad. they: Heb. for badness”

Jeremiah 24:2KJV

“Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the vines; the labour of the olive shall fail, and the fields shall yield no meat; the flock shall be cut off from the fold, and there shall be no herd in the stalls: fail: Heb. lie”

Habakkuk 3:17KJV

New Testament Quotes About Fig Trees (9)

“And when he saw a fig tree in the way, he came to it, and found nothing thereon , but leaves only, and said unto it, Let no fruit grow on thee henceforward for ever. And presently the fig tree withered away. a fig tree: Gr. one fig tree”

Matthew 21:19KJV

“Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When his branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is nigh:”

Matthew 24:32KJV

“And on the morrow, when they were come from Bethany, he was hungry:”

Mark 11:12KJV

“Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When her branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is near:”

Mark 13:28KJV

“He spake also this parable; A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon , and found none.”

Luke 13:6KJV

“And he spake to them a parable; Behold the fig tree, and all the trees;”

Luke 21:29KJV

“Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and saith of him, Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile!”

John 1:47KJV

“Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.”

James 3:10KJV

“And the stars of heaven fell unto the earth, even as a fig tree casteth her untimely figs, when she is shaken of a mighty wind. untimely figs: or, green figs”

Revelation 6:13KJV

Frequently Asked Questions About Fig Trees in the Bible

What does the Bible say about fig trees?

The Bible contains 13 verses about fig trees, covering this topic from Genesis to Revelation. Scripture provides guidance, instruction, and comfort regarding fig trees through both the Old and New Testaments.

How many Bible verses are about fig trees?

There are 13 Bible verses about fig trees in the King James Version. These verses span multiple books of the Bible and cover various aspects of this topic.

What is the best Bible verse about fig trees?

While many verses address fig trees, the most well-known passages come from various books of the Bible. The best verse depends on your specific situation and what aspect of fig trees you are studying.

Where in the Bible does it talk about fig trees?

Fig Trees is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 13 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.