^33 [a]And Joseph and His mother marveled at those things which were spoken of Him. ³⁴ Then Simeon blessed them, and said to Mary His mother, “Behold, this Child is destined for the ^(A)fall and rising of many in Israel, and for ^(B)a sign which will be spoken against ³⁵ (yes, ^(C)a sword will pierce through your own soul also), that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.”

Anna Bears Witness to the Redeemer

³⁶ Now there was one, Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of ^(D)Asher. She was of a great age, and had lived with a husband seven years from her virginity; ³⁷ and this woman was a widow ^[b]of about eighty-four years, who did not depart from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers ^(E)night and day. ³⁸ And coming in that instant she gave thanks to ^[c]the Lord, and spoke of Him to all those who ^(F)looked for redemption in Jerusalem.

The Family Returns to Nazareth

³⁹ So when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own city, Nazareth. ^40 (G)And the Child grew and became strong ^[d]in spirit, filled with wisdom; and the grace of God was upon Him.