Luke 2:38 · KJV

"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."

King James Version

Passage Context

³⁶And 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;

³⁷And 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.

³⁸And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.

³⁹And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth.

⁴⁰And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.

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Reflection Questions

How do you express gratitude in your life?

What does waiting for redemption mean for you?

When have you shared your faith with others?

Life Application

faith

Consider sharing your faith story with someone who is seeking hope.

gratitude

Make it a habit to thank God daily for His blessings.

People in This Verse

Anna the ProphetessNT

A widow who dedicated her life to worship and prayer in the Temple, Anna recognized Jesus as the Messiah and proclaimed Him to others.

First appearance: Luke 2:36

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The capital city of ancient Israel, significant for its religious and historical importance.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

The mention of redemption connects directly to Jesus' role in providing salvation.

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