The Prophecy of Anna

Anna, a prophetess of Asher, is advanced in years, widowed long ago, and marked by night-and-day worship. She comes forward, gives thanks to God, and speaks about the child to those waiting for Jerusalem’s redemption.

T³⁶here was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years, ³⁷and then was a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple, but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. ³⁸Coming forward at that moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the Child to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem.