Why does Jesus curse the fig tree?
By Anakata2007
@Anakata2007 (1783)
Canada
February 19, 2007 3:51am CST
In Matthew 21:18 (also in Mark) Jesus curses a fig tree it seems because he was hungry and the fig tree had no fruit. I don't see what the lesson is here. Please advise as to what your opinion is. thanks.
1 response
@cloudwatcher (6861)
• Australia
25 Feb 07
This was not a thoughtless or angry act by Jesus. This was an acted out parable. If you read the whole passage, you will see it is about the Temple worship - or lack of real worship.
Jesus was showing His disdain at religion without substance. The tree looked good from a distance, but on closer inspection, it was fruitless. The Temple looked impressive from a distance, but on closer inspection its sacrifices and other activities were hollow and were not in worship of God.
Genuine faith will bring about a fruitful life.
