but when it is properly sown, it comes up and grows to be the largest of all the plants, and produces branches so large that the wild birds can roost under its shade."

"Now learn what the story of the fig tree means. Just as soon as its branches grow tender, and put forth leaves, you know that summer is near.

I solemnly say to you, I will never again drink the product of the vine till the day when I drink the new wine in the kingdom of God."