34. And Simeon blessed them, and said to Mary his mother, Lo, this child is set for the fall and rising up of many in Israel, and for a sign spoken against;
35. (and even a sword shall go through thine own soul;) so that the thoughts may be revealed from many hearts.
36. And there was a prophetess, Anna, daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was far advanced in years, having lived with her husband seven years from her virginity,
37. and herself a widow up to eighty-four years; who did not depart from the temple, serving night and day with fastings and prayers;
38. and she coming up the same hour gave praise to the Lord, and spoke of him to all those who waited for redemption in Jerusalem.