Why Did Jesus CURSE The Fig Tree?
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apologetics
March 20, 2026
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Why Jesus Cursed the Fig Tree (And What It Means)
Reading the passage in Mark where Jesus curses the barren fig tree seems harsh at face value, since it was not the season for figs, but there is a deeper meaning as to why Jesus did this. This video explains why Jesus cursed the barren fig tree, and how we can understand the true meaning and context of this passage.
00:00 The Cursed Fig Tree
00:48 Mark’s Timeline Setup
01:33 Not Fig Season Objection
01:59 Fig Tree Botany Explained
03:55 Why Curse It
04:13 Temple Judgment Symbolism
04:55 Luke 13 Fig Parable
06:22 Faith That Bears Fruit
07:27 Wrap Up and Takeaway
07:55 Support this Channel
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