Age Quote by Bible
“And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity; And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.”
About This Quote
Source Bible: 1 Samuel 2:22‑23 (Hebrew Bible)
An elderly widow devoted to worship despite age and loss.
In simple terms: Devotion persists through hardship.
Key Takeaway
Commit to spiritual practice.
Themes
faith
perseverance
age
Mood
reverent
solemn
Type
religious
historical
When to use this quote
- elderly worshippers
- widow support groups
- personal devotion
Key Concepts
prayer
fasting
Questions to Reflect On
- How does age shape faith?
- What sacrifices are made for devotion?
A Different Perspective
Physical frailty may limit service.
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