Luke 2:36

First Nations Version

As they pondered his words, a holy woman named Woman of Goodwill (Anna) welcomed them. She was an elder from the tribe of Walks with a Glad Heart (Asher) and the daughter of Face of Creator (Phanuel). She had married at a young age and lived with her husband for seven winters, but had now been a widow for eighty-four winters. She served the Great Spirit at his sacred lodge night and day with fasting and many prayers.

Cross References

Acts 21:9

Lover of Horses (Philip) had four unmarried daughters who spoke words of prophecy from the Holy Spirit. Lover of Horses (Philip) was one of the seven who had been chosen by the message bearers in Village of Peace (Jerusalem) to be in charge of serving the meals. He also went about telling the good story in High Place (Samaria).

1 Corinthians 12:1

Now, my sacred family members, you have much to learn about spiritual things, so I will teach you what I know.

Acts 2:18

When that time comes, my Spirit will rain down on all who serve me, both men and women, and they will boldly speak my words.

Luke 2:35

exposing the thoughts of many.” His voice softened as she looked sadly into his eyes. He said to her, “Even your own spirit will be pierced through like a sharp arrow.”

Luke 2:38

When she saw the child, she gave thanks to Creator and began telling about the child to all who were waiting for Creator to fulfill the promises he made to the Sacred Village of Peace (Jerusalem).

1 Corinthians 11:5

But any woman who prays or speaks for the Great Spirit with her head uncovered brings shame to her head. She would then be the same as a woman who has cut all the hair from her head.

1 Timothy 3:2

Elders like this must be free from accusation, faithful in marriage, clear-minded, self-controlled, honorable, welcoming to strangers, and able to teach others.

1 Timothy 5:9

To be counted as a widow to be taken care of by the sacred family, a woman must be an elder of sixty winters or older who was faithful to her husband.