Luk 2:36 | Barnes | STEP | Verse 36. Of the tribe of Aser . The tribe of Aser, or Asher, dwelt in the northern part of the land of Canaan. Why Anna was called a prophetess is not known. It might be because she had been the wife of a prophet, or because she was employed in celebrating the praises of God (comp. ), or because she herself foretold future events, being inspired.

Luke 2:36

Verse 36. Of the tribe of Aser. The tribe of Aser, or Asher, dwelt in the northern part of the land of Canaan. Why Anna was called a prophetess is not known. It might be because she had been the wife of a prophet, or because she was employed in celebrating the praises of God (comp. 1Chr 25:1,2,4, 1Sam 10:5), or because she herself foretold future events, being inspired.