Luke 2:36-38

“And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity; And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day. And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.”

"And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity; And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day. And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem." - Luke 2:36-38
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What does Luke 2:36-38 mean?

The Bible verse Luke 2:36-38 in the King James Version (KJV) reads as follows: "And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity; And she was a widow of about…

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The Faithful Witness of Anna: A Life Dedicated to Prayer and Hope

In the Gospel of Luke, amidst the wondrous events surrounding the birth of Christ, we encounter a remarkable woman named Anna—a figure who embodies unwavering faith and devotion. Luke 2:36-38 captures her unique story, revealing profound truths about God's timing, our role in…

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A Prayer of Devotion and Expectation Inspired by Anna the Prophetess

O Heavenly Father, As I kneel before You today, I am reminded of the extraordinary life of Anna, a prophetess who dedicated her entire existence to serving You within the sacred walls of Your temple. Your Word tells us in Luke 2:36-38, "And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the…

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Luke 2:36-38 - "And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher: she was of a great age, and had lived with a husband seven years from her virginity; And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day. And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spoke of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem."
Job 38:36
Job 38:36
Job 38:36
Job 38:36
Luke 2:38 - "And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem."
Genesis 36:38 - "And Saul died, and Baal-hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his stead."
Elijah in the scene 1 Kings 18:36–38
Job 38:36 - "Who hath put wisdom in the inward parts? or who hath given understanding to the heart?"
Luke 2:36 - "And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity;"
Luke 5:36
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Exodus 36:38 - "And the five pillars of it with their hooks: and he overlaid their chapiters and their fillets with gold: but their five sockets were of brass."
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Luke 6:27-38
Luke 6: 27-38
Luke 7:36-50
Luke 7:36–50
Luke 19:36 - "And as he went, they spread their clothes in the way."
Luke 6:38 Give, and it will be given to you
Luke 5:38 - "But new wine must be put into new bottles; and both are preserved."
Luke 6:36 - "Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful."
Luke 20:38 - "For he is not a God of the dead, but of the living: for all live unto him."
Luke 18:36 - "And hearing the multitude pass by, he asked what it meant."
Ezekiel 36:38 - "As the holy flock, as the flock of Jerusalem in her solemn feasts; so shall the waste cities be filled with flocks of men: and they shall know that I am the LORD."
Luke 21:38 - "And all the people came early in the morning to him in the temple, for to hear him."
Luke 20:27-38. All people of color.
Job 38:36 (KJV) Who hath put wisdom in the inward parts? or who hath given understanding to the heart?
Luke 18:38 - "And he cried, saying, Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me."