I don't get it

(Eve;46652)
why does Jesus say it will be harder for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God than for a camel to go through the eye of a needle? and also you know when Jesus talking about the end times and he says that wherever there is a dead body vultures will gather or eagles like matthew 24:28, does it literally mean that or is that like a symbol for something? and also you know the parable of the ten young women, well is it basically just saying to know the signs when Jesus is coming and to be ready? thanks
I will only answer the first question as I haven't studied the other two. When Jesus say's that it is harder for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of heaven than it is for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle he isn't saying that rich people will not go to heaven, even though we know it is impossible for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle. If a person strives towards obtaining earthly wealth than their focus is obviously misplaced on earthly things instead of God. And in most cases, not all but most, people who have everything they want because of their wealth see no reason to look to God because they believe they can buy any happiness they desire. On the opposite side, a poor person turns to God because they have nothing and God provides comfort, security, and happiness. A truly rich man is a man who is spiritually rich, and someone who is spiritually rich is in most cases NOT rich by earthly means. Probably because a spirtitually rich person would not hord their wealth, instead they would use it to help others, they would give up their money to God, it is essentially his anyway. So Jesus is basically saying that it is harder for an EARTHLY rich man to enter in to heaven.Make note that this doens't mean that people who have been blessed with wealth will not go to heaven. It does mean that such people should take special precaution to make sure they are focusing and relying on God. Not themselves, money, or this earth.

Matthew 24:28 "For wheresoever the carcase is, there will the eagles be gathered together."The word of "eagles", should be translated "vultures". The carcass are the spiritual dead, and these vultures of Satan, the Antichrist will feed on every spiritual dead person on the face of the earth..........................................."At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish and five were wise. The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take any oil with them. The wise, however, took oil in jars along with their lamps. The bridegroom was a long time in coming, and they all became drowsy and fell asleep. Jesus is now comparing the "kingdom of heaven" to a wedding that is taking place. The Kingdom is made up of the king [Jesus Christ] and His domain. The domain is made up of everything in the area of rulership of the king; the people, the land and all things on and in the land. The bridegroom is Christ, and all ten of the virgin maidens are Christians and are going forth to meet the Bridegroom. Ten in Biblical numerics represents "law, and responsibility". The law is still on the books for us, and we have the responsibility to serve the true Christ. The subject here then is to remain a true virgin, spiritually, waiting on the true Christ, and not to be take by the wrong Christ. All ten of these virgins are Christians, Matthew 25:2 "And five of them were wise, and five were foolish."The wise studied God's Word, and knew the signs of the end times, However the foolish were the virgins that listened to the fairy tales of the mens doctrines, and just couldn't wait until end as we are told to wait. The foolish ones fell asleep spirtually,

The first two always confused me too. Thanks to the both of you for explaining.

(Eve;46652)
and also you know when Jesus talking about the end times and he says that wherever there is a dead body vultures will gather or eagles like matthew 24:28, does it literally mean that or is that like a symbol for something?
The location of a carcass is visible from great distances because of the circling carrion birds overheard. Similarly, Christ's return will be clearly evident to all near and far. The same point is made by the lightning in v27. Once Jesus returns, you'll know it.

(Eve;46652)
why does Jesus say it will be harder for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God than for a camel to go through the eye of a needle?
I guess we've all been taught that the above relates to a gate in Jerusalem which is so small it requires camels to be de-laden.But check old maps of Jerusalem and you will see that no such gate exists !Neither does the interpretation that a rich person can de-materialise their life and get into the kingdom work:-:25: When his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved?:26: But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.Jesus was referring to weaving/sewing needles which in those days were bigger than ours, but still ony millimetres wide and absolutely impossible for anyone to get a camel through!So, man absolutely cannot get into the kingdom of God, whatever he does, he needs the operation of God - to be born from above.Natural man is unclean, the camel is the largest unclean animal in Palestine, perhaps only the smallest could get through the eye of a needle . .Gnat - only in Matt. 23:24,a small two-winged stinging fly of the genus Culex, which includes mosquitoes.We are not to think of ourselves as strong beasts of burden, we need to humble ourselves, we need to drink blood, the blood of Jesus, to live.(Eve;46652)
and also you know when Jesus talking about the end times and he says that wherever there is a dead body vultures will gather or eagles like matthew 24:28, does it literally mean that or is that like a symbol for something?
M't:24:27: For as the lightning cometh out of the east, and shineth even unto the west; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.It is a sign to look for . . .Eagles are and have been a common emblem on flags and heraldry.Egypt has an eagle on it's flag.The Crusaders have used the double-headed eagle as symbol of the empire.Another very popular eagle, used by Arab states today and historically, is the Saladin Golden Eagle. Used by Saladin in the 12th century, it is also used in the coats of arms of several Arab countries today, such as Egypt, Iraq and Palestine.USA has the bald is in league with Israel.A double-headed eagle is also the emblem of Russia, prophesy speaks of the Russians coming down against Israel which is the dead corpse, spiritually.(Eve;46652)
and also you know the parable of the ten young women, well is it basically just saying to know the signs when Jesus is coming and to be ready?thanks
10 virgins - people not yet given in marriage, people keeping faithful for the coming marriage of The Lamb.To have the right garment you must have received His Spirit (Acts 2:4, 39), making you a virgin, and be ready with your lamp burning - having vision and understanding.

Isn't the "eye of the needle" an actual location, like an entrance? Seems like I remember hearing that. A gateway into somewhere, that was tight for camels? Maybe into an ancient city.

(sheclown;46969)
Isn't the "eye of the needle" an actual location, like an entrance? Seems like I remember hearing that. A gateway into somewhere, that was tight for camels? Maybe into an ancient city.
This is they way I have understood it as well. To pass through the eye (entrance) the camel had to be unloaded and then crawl on its knees to get through. It could be done , but with great difficulty.Arnie M.

(sheclown;46969)
Isn't the "eye of the needle" an actual location, like an entrance? Seems like I remember hearing that. A gateway into somewhere, that was tight for camels? Maybe into an ancient city.
I think you are talking about Petra it is an anceit city near Jerusalem the entrance is very narrow only one camel at a time can fit through the entranceHeres a picture taken through this entrance you can see how narrow it ishttp://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/petra/

The eye of the needle is a gate to the city. Like a key hole. However a camel would have to be striped to fit its very narrow passage.