33. So the child’s father and mother were amazed at what was said about him.
34. Then Simeon blessed them and said to his mother Mary, “Listen carefully: This child is destined to be the cause of the falling and rising of many in Israel and to be a sign that will be rejected.
35. Indeed, as a result of him the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed – and a sword will pierce your own soul as well!”
36. There was also a prophetess, Anna the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was very old, having been married to her husband for seven years until his death.