Catholic Bible Study
Lectio Mark: Question and Answer
May 23, 2024
Reflect on the deeper symbolic meaning behind Jesus cursing the fig tree, journey through challenges towards heaven, highlight the crucial role of women disciples, discuss Jesus' divine nature and love for humanity, examine the balance between his humanity and divinity in Gethsemane.
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- Jesus symbolically seeks fruit from Israel, representing the search for righteousness.
- Jesus embodies 'the way' as a journey to heaven, guiding believers through physical and spiritual paths.
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Symbolism of the Fig Tree in Mark's Gospel
In Chapter 11 of Mark, Jesus looks for figs on a fig tree during an inappropriate season, symbolizing his search for fruit from Israel. This action reflects a deeper allegory about symbolically seeking fidelity and righteousness from Israel, connecting to prophecies in Hosea and Isaiah. The withering of the fig tree signifies the fate of the temple, culminating in a representation of God looking for righteousness and justice from the people.
