Mark 11:21
New International Version
Peter remembered and said to Jesus, “Rabbi, look! The fig tree you cursed has withered!”

New Living Translation
Peter remembered what Jesus had said to the tree on the previous day and exclaimed, “Look, Rabbi! The fig tree you cursed has withered and died!”

English Standard Version
And Peter remembered and said to him, “Rabbi, look! The fig tree that you cursed has withered.”

Berean Standard Bible
Peter remembered it and said, “Look, Rabbi! The fig tree You cursed has withered.”

Berean Literal Bible
And Peter having remembered, says to Him, "Rabbi, look, the fig tree that You cursed is dried up."

King James Bible
And Peter calling to remembrance saith unto him, Master, behold, the fig tree which thou cursedst is withered away.

New King James Version
And Peter, remembering, said to Him, “Rabbi, look! The fig tree which You cursed has withered away.”

New American Standard Bible
And being reminded, Peter said to Him, “Rabbi, look, the fig tree that You cursed has withered.”

NASB 1995
Being reminded, Peter said to Him, “Rabbi, look, the fig tree which You cursed has withered.”

NASB 1977
And being reminded, Peter said to Him, “Rabbi, behold, the fig tree which You cursed has withered.”

Legacy Standard Bible
And being reminded, Peter said to Him, “Rabbi, look, the fig tree which You cursed has withered.”

Amplified Bible
And remembering, Peter said to Him, “Rabbi (Master), look! The fig tree which You cursed has withered!”

Christian Standard Bible
Then Peter remembered and said to him, “Rabbi, look! The fig tree that you cursed has withered.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then Peter remembered and said to Him, “Rabbi, look! The fig tree that You cursed is withered.”

American Standard Version
And Peter calling to remembrance saith unto him, Rabbi, behold, the fig tree which thou cursedst is withered away.

Contemporary English Version
Peter remembered what Jesus had said to the tree. Then Peter said, "Teacher, look! The tree you put a curse on has dried up."

English Revised Version
And Peter calling to remembrance saith unto him, Rabbi, behold, the fig tree which thou cursedst is withered away.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Peter remembered [what Jesus had said], so he said to Jesus, "Rabbi, look! The fig tree you cursed has dried up."

Good News Translation
Peter remembered what had happened and said to Jesus, "Look, Teacher, the fig tree you cursed has died!"

International Standard Version
Remembering what Jesus had said, Peter pointed out to him, "Rabbi, look! The fig tree you cursed has dried up!"

Majority Standard Bible
Peter remembered it and said, “Look, Rabbi! The fig tree You cursed has withered.”

NET Bible
Peter remembered and said to him, "Rabbi, look! The fig tree you cursed has withered."

New Heart English Bible
Peter, remembering, said to him, "Teacher, look. The fig tree which you cursed has withered away."

Webster's Bible Translation
And Peter calling to remembrance, saith to him, Master, behold, the fig-tree which thou cursedst is withered.

Weymouth New Testament
and Peter, recollecting, said to Him, "Look, Rabbi, the fig-tree which you cursed is withered up."

World English Bible
Peter, remembering, said to him, “Rabbi, look! The fig tree which you cursed has withered away.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Peter having remembered says to Him, “Rabbi, behold, the fig tree that You cursed is dried up.”

Berean Literal Bible
And Peter having remembered, says to Him, "Rabbi, look, the fig tree that You cursed is dried up."

Young's Literal Translation
and Peter having remembered saith to him, 'Rabbi, lo, the fig-tree that thou didst curse is dried up.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And Peter, having recalled to mind, says to him, Rabbi, behold, the fig tree which thou cursedst is dried up.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Peter remembering, said to him: Rabbi, behold the fig tree, which thou didst curse, is withered away.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And Peter, remembering, said to him, “Master, behold, the fig tree that you cursed has withered.”

New American Bible
Peter remembered and said to him, “Rabbi, look! The fig tree that you cursed has withered.”

New Revised Standard Version
Then Peter remembered and said to him, “Rabbi, look! The fig tree that you cursed has withered.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Simon remembered, and said to him, Master, behold, the fig tree which you cursed has withered.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And Shimeon remembered and he said to him, “Rabbi, look, that fig tree that you cursed has dried up!”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And Peter, calling his words to mind, said to him: Rabbi, see! the fig-tree which thou didst curse has withered.

Godbey New Testament
And Peter remembering says to Him, Master, behold, the fig-tree which thou didst execrate is withered away.

Haweis New Testament
And Peter reminding him said, Rabbi, behold, the fig-tree which thou cursedst is withered away.

Mace New Testament
Peter remembring the tree, said, master, see the fig-tree, which you cursed, is quite withered.

Weymouth New Testament
and Peter, recollecting, said to Him, "Look, Rabbi, the fig-tree which you cursed is withered up."

Worrell New Testament
And Peter, calling to remembrance, says to Him, "Rabbi, behold, the fig tree which Thou didst curse has withered away!"

Worsley New Testament
And Peter remembring the tree, saith unto Him, Master, behold, the fig-tree which thou cursedst, is withered.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Withered Fig Tree
20As they were walking back in the morning, they saw the fig tree withered from its roots. 21 Peter remembered it and said, “Look, Rabbi! The fig tree You cursed has withered.” 22“Have faith in God,” Jesus said to them.…

Cross References
Matthew 21:19-21
Seeing a fig tree by the road, He went up to it but found nothing on it except leaves. “May you never bear fruit again!” He said. And immediately the tree withered. / When the disciples saw this, they marveled and asked, “How did the fig tree wither so quickly?” / “Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “if you have faith and do not doubt, not only will you do what was done to the fig tree, but even if you say to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ it will happen.

Luke 13:6-9
Then Jesus told this parable: “A man had a fig tree that was planted in his vineyard. He went to look for fruit on it but did not find any. / So he said to the keeper of the vineyard, ‘Look, for the past three years I have come to search for fruit on this fig tree and haven’t found any. Therefore cut it down! Why should it use up the soil?’ / ‘Sir,’ the man replied, ‘leave it alone again this year, until I dig around it and fertilize it. ...

John 15:6
If anyone does not remain in Me, he is like a branch that is thrown away and withers. Such branches are gathered up, thrown into the fire, and burned.

James 1:6-8
But he must ask in faith, without doubting, because he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. / That man should not expect to receive anything from the Lord. / He is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.

Matthew 17:20
“Because you have so little faith,” He answered. “For truly I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”

John 14:13-14
And I will do whatever you ask in My name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. / If you ask Me for anything in My name, I will do it.

Matthew 7:7-8
Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.

John 15:7
If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.

1 John 5:14-15
And this is the confidence that we have before Him: If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. / And if we know that He hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we already possess what we have asked of Him.

Hebrews 11:6
And without faith it is impossible to please God. For anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.

Isaiah 55:11
so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it.

Jeremiah 17:7-8
But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him. / He is like a tree planted by the waters that sends out its roots toward the stream. It does not fear when the heat comes, and its leaves are always green. It does not worry in a year of drought, nor does it cease to produce fruit.

Psalm 1:3
He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does.

Isaiah 5:1-7
I will sing for my beloved a song of his vineyard: My beloved had a vineyard on a very fertile hill. / He dug it up and cleared the stones and planted the finest vines. He built a watchtower in the middle and dug out a winepress as well. He waited for the vineyard to yield good grapes, but the fruit it produced was sour! / “And now, O dwellers of Jerusalem and men of Judah, I exhort you to judge between Me and My vineyard. ...

Hosea 9:10
I found Israel like grapes in the wilderness. I saw your fathers as the firstfruits of the fig tree in its first season. But they went to Baal-peor, and consecrated themselves to Shame; so they became as detestable as the thing they loved.


Treasury of Scripture

And Peter calling to remembrance said to him, Master, behold, the fig tree which you cursed is withered away.

Proverbs 3:33
The curse of the LORD is in the house of the wicked: but he blesseth the habitation of the just.

Zechariah 5:3,4
Then said he unto me, This is the curse that goeth forth over the face of the whole earth: for every one that stealeth shall be cut off as on this side according to it; and every one that sweareth shall be cut off as on that side according to it…

Matthew 25:41
Then shall he say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels:

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Mark 11
1. Jesus rides with triumph into Jerusalem;
12. curses the fruitless fig tree;
15. purges the temple;
20. exhorts his disciples to steadfastness of faith, and to forgive their enemies;
27. and defends his actions by the witness of John, who was a man sent of God.














Peter remembered it
The phrase "Peter remembered it" highlights the role of memory and recognition in the life of a disciple. The Greek word for "remembered" is "ἀναμιμνῄσκομαι" (anamimnēskomai), which implies a calling to mind or recollection. This moment signifies Peter's growing awareness and understanding of Jesus' teachings and actions. In the broader scriptural context, memory serves as a tool for faith, reminding believers of God's past works and promises. Peter's recollection here is not just a mental exercise but a spiritual awakening to the authority and power of Jesus.

and said
The phrase "and said" indicates Peter's verbal response to his memory. The act of speaking in biblical times was often seen as an expression of one's inner thoughts and beliefs. In the Greek, "said" is "λέγω" (legō), which means to speak or to declare. This moment of speech is significant as it shows Peter's willingness to engage with Jesus, to seek understanding, and to express his observations. It reflects the importance of dialogue in the discipleship process, where questions and declarations lead to deeper insights.

Look, Rabbi!
"Look, Rabbi!" is an exclamation of surprise and respect. The term "Rabbi" is derived from the Hebrew "רַבִּי" (rabbi), meaning "my teacher" or "my master." This title acknowledges Jesus' authority and role as a teacher. Peter's use of "Look" (Greek "ἴδε" - ide) is an invitation to observe and consider the significance of the event. It underscores the importance of attentiveness in the Christian walk, urging believers to be observant of God's work in the world. The respect inherent in "Rabbi" also reminds us of the reverence due to those who teach and lead in faith.

The fig tree You cursed
"The fig tree You cursed" refers to the earlier event where Jesus cursed the fig tree for its lack of fruit (Mark 11:14). The fig tree, in biblical symbolism, often represents Israel or the spiritual state of God's people. The Greek word for "cursed" is "καταράομαι" (kataraomai), meaning to invoke harm or to denounce. This act of cursing is a prophetic sign, illustrating the consequences of spiritual barrenness and the importance of bearing fruit in one's life. It serves as a warning against hypocrisy and a call to genuine faithfulness.

has withered
The phrase "has withered" describes the physical state of the fig tree after Jesus' curse. The Greek word "ξηραίνω" (xērainō) means to dry up or to waste away. This withering is a visible manifestation of Jesus' authority over creation and a testament to the power of His words. In a broader theological context, it symbolizes the fate of those who do not live in accordance with God's will. The withering of the fig tree serves as a powerful reminder of the need for spiritual vitality and the consequences of spiritual neglect. It calls believers to examine their own lives for fruitfulness and faithfulness.

(21-22) And Peter calling to remembrance.--St. Mark alone names Peter as the speaker. The form of our Lord's answer, "Have faith in God," is also peculiar to him.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Peter
Πέτρος (Petros)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4074: Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle.

remembered [it]
ἀναμνησθεὶς (anamnēstheis)
Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 363: To remind, admonish, be reminded, remind myself; pass: I remember, recall. From ana and mimnesko; to remind; to recollect.

[and] said,
λέγει (legei)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.

“Look,
ἴδε (ide)
Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 2400: See! Lo! Behold! Look! Second person singular imperative middle voice of eido; used as imperative lo!

Rabbi!
Ῥαββί (Rhabbi)
Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4461: Of Hebrew origin; my master, i.e Rabbi, as an official title of honor.

The
(hē)
Article - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

fig tree
συκῆ (sykē)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4808: A fig-tree. From sukon; a fig-tree.

You cursed
κατηράσω (katērasō)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 2672: To curse. Middle voice from katara; to execrate; by analogy, to doom.

has withered.”
ἐξήρανται (exērantai)
Verb - Perfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 3583: To dry up, parch, be ripened, wither, waste away. From xeros; to desiccate; by implication, to shrivel, to mature.


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