Luke 13:9

And if it bear fruit, well: and if not, then after that thou shalt cut it down.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Luke 13:9

BSB
If it bears fruit next year, fine. But if not, you can cut it down.'"
AKJV
And if it bear fruit, well: and if not, then after that you shall cut it down.
CPDV
And, indeed, it should bear fruit. But if not, in the future, you shall cut it down.' "
ERV
and if it bear fruit thenceforth, well; but if not, thou shalt cut it down.
NHEB
And if it bears fruit next time, fine; but if not, you can cut it down.'"
SMT
Whereas also it might bear fruit: and if not, afterwards thou shalt cut it off.

Commentary for Luke 13:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Luke 13:9
Summary
One final opportunity to produce fruit or face destruction
Place
Vineyard
Event
Final chance for productivity
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching