Luke 2:38

And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.

Cross-reference

Luke 2:25 Parallel

Luke 2:25 introduces Simeon, also waiting for the consolation of Israel—tying him to Anna's expectant hope in the same narrative.

Luke 2:27 Historical context

In Luke 2:27, Simeon enters the temple by the Spirit; Anna then arrives and gives thanks for Jesus at the same event.

Luke 2:28–32 Historical context

In Luke 2:28-32, Simeon praises God for the infant Jesus; Anna then similarly gives thanks and speaks about Him.

Luke 2:17 Parallel

In Luke 2:17, the shepherds spread the news about Jesus — Anna likewise proclaims him to others, both become heralds.

Luke 24:21 Contrast

Luke 24:21 shows disciples' dashed hope that Jesus would redeem Israel—contrasting with Anna's confident announcement of that redemption.

In Luke 1:46-56, Mary's Magnificat praises God for the coming Messiah; Anna's thanksgiving echoes that same prophetic joy.

Luke 23:51 Parallel

Luke 23:51 describes Joseph waiting for God's kingdom—like Anna waiting for redemption; both exemplify devout hope.

In Luke 1:64-65, Zechariah's mouth opens and he praises God; Anna also praises God and speaks about Jesus to all.

Malachi 3:1 Prophetic fulfillment

In Malachi 3:1, the Lord suddenly comes to his temple — Anna witnesses this fulfillment as Jesus is presented in the temple.

John 1:41 Parallel

In John 1:41, Andrew announces finding the Messiah — Anna's testimony that Jesus is the redemption parallels this messianic recognition.

Mark 15:43 Parallel

Mark 15:43 also portrays Joseph waiting for God's kingdom—linking him with Anna's expectant waiting for redemption.

In Matthew 2:11, the magi worship Jesus as an infant — Anna also recognizes and testifies about the child, both early witnesses.

2 Corinthians 9:15 Related theme

In 2 Corinthians 9:15, Paul thanks God for His indescribable gift—paralleling Anna’s thanksgiving for the redemption Christ brings.