Phanuel
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Phanuel in the Bible?
Phanuel is a Hebrew name meaning 'Face of God'. In the New Testament, he is identified as the father of the prophetess Anna.
SIGNIFICANCE
The name reflects common Second Temple period naming conventions that emphasized a personal relationship with the divine. It provides genealogical context for Anna's appearance in the Gospel of Luke.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Phanuel reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Phanuel in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Phanuel clarify?
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Phanuel." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/phanuel/