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Phanuel, the father of Anna, a prophetess who witnessed the infant Jesus at the temple.
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Also known as Penuel
Phanuel is mentioned in the Bible as the father of Anna, a prophetess who witnessed the infant Jesus at the temple in Jerusalem (Luk.2.36). Anna was from the tribe of Asher and was advanced in years, having lived with her husband for seven years before becoming a widow. She devoted herself to worship, fasting, and prayer in the temple. When Mary and Joseph brought the infant Jesus to the temple for the purification rites, Anna recognized him as the Messiah and spoke about him to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem (Luk.2.37-38). Phanuel's name means "face of God," which may suggest that he was a devout man. However, no other details are provided about his life or role in Anna's upbringing.
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Face of God, father of the prophetess Anna (q.v.), Luke 2:36.
(face of God), the father of Anna, the prophetess of the tribe of Aser. (Luke 2:36) (B.C. about 80.)
face or vision of God
PHANU'EL (face of God), father of the prophetess Anna. Luke 2:36.
PHANU'EL (face of God), father of the prophetess Anna. Luke 2:36.
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There 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,
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