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Saint Joseph is one of the most revered figures in Christianity, known as the earthly father of Jesus Christ and the husband of the Virgin Mary. Though the New Testament provides little detail about his life, he is celebrated for his righteousness, obedience to God, and his protective role over the Holy Family. His life, marked by humility and service, has made him a model for fathers and workers, leading to his widespread veneration across various Christian denominations. | Saint Joseph is one of the most revered figures in Christianity, known as the earthly father of Jesus Christ and the husband of the Virgin Mary. Though the New Testament provides little detail about his life, he is celebrated for his righteousness, obedience to God, and his protective role over the Holy Family. His life, marked by humility and service, has made him a model for fathers and workers, leading to his widespread veneration across various Christian denominations. | ||
==Biography== | ===Biography=== | ||
=== Birth === | ==== Birth ==== | ||
The exact date of Saint Joseph's birth is unknown, but he is traditionally believed to have been born in Nazareth, Galilee. | The exact date of Saint Joseph's birth is unknown, but he is traditionally believed to have been born in Nazareth, Galilee. | ||
=== Early Life === | ==== Early Life ==== | ||
Little is known about Joseph's early years; however, he is recognized as a descendant of the House of David, linking him to the royal lineage of Israel. | Little is known about Joseph's early years; however, he is recognized as a descendant of the House of David, linking him to the royal lineage of Israel. | ||
=== Occupation === | ==== Occupation ==== | ||
Joseph was a carpenter by trade, which likely influenced the upbringing and teachings of Jesus. | Joseph was a carpenter by trade, which likely influenced the upbringing and teachings of Jesus. | ||
=== Vocation === | ==== Vocation ==== | ||
His vocation was to be the guardian of Mary and Jesus, providing for and protecting them as per divine will, especially during the flight to Egypt to escape Herod's decree. | His vocation was to be the guardian of Mary and Jesus, providing for and protecting them as per divine will, especially during the flight to Egypt to escape Herod's decree. | ||
=== Death === | ==== Death ==== | ||
Joseph met his end under circumstances not detailed in the Bible, traditionally thought to have died before Jesus's public ministry, possibly in Nazareth or Jerusalem, in peace. | Joseph met his end under circumstances not detailed in the Bible, traditionally thought to have died before Jesus's public ministry, possibly in Nazareth or Jerusalem, in peace. | ||
==Significant events== | ===Significant events=== | ||
* Acceptance of Mary's divine pregnancy, showing his faith and obedience. | * Acceptance of Mary's divine pregnancy, showing his faith and obedience. | ||
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* Return to Nazareth to raise Jesus in a devout Jewish household. | * Return to Nazareth to raise Jesus in a devout Jewish household. | ||
==Parishes== | ===Parishes=== | ||
{{Saint parish map|Where=Saint Joseph|zoom=7|Saint=Saint Joseph}} | {{Saint parish map|Where=Saint Joseph|zoom=7|Saint=Saint Joseph}} | ||
==Canonization== | ===Canonization=== | ||
=== Servant of God === | ==== Servant of God ==== | ||
Joseph was not recognized through the modern process; his sainthood is based on early Christian tradition. | Joseph was not recognized through the modern process; his sainthood is based on early Christian tradition. | ||
=== Venerable === | ==== Venerable ==== | ||
Not applicable as this title was formalized later. | Not applicable as this title was formalized later. | ||
=== Beatification === | ==== Beatification ==== | ||
Not formally beatified; his veneration has been traditional from the early Church. | Not formally beatified; his veneration has been traditional from the early Church. | ||
=== Canonization === | ==== Canonization ==== | ||
He is universally recognized as a saint without a formal canonization process. | He is universally recognized as a saint without a formal canonization process. | ||
==Miracles== | ===Miracles=== | ||
While specific miracles aren't documented for beatification or canonization: | While specific miracles aren't documented for beatification or canonization: | ||
=== Miracle for beatification === | ==== Miracle for beatification ==== | ||
Not applicable. | Not applicable. | ||
=== Miracle for canonization === | ==== Miracle for canonization ==== | ||
Not applicable. | Not applicable. | ||
=== Other notable miracles === | ==== Other notable miracles ==== | ||
- His role in the miraculous events surrounding Jesus's birth and protection is often considered miraculous. | - His role in the miraculous events surrounding Jesus's birth and protection is often considered miraculous. | ||
==Patronage== | ===Patronage=== | ||
Saint Joseph is the patron saint of the Universal Church, fathers, workers, immigrants, the dying, a happy death, and numerous countries around the world. | Saint Joseph is the patron saint of the Universal Church, fathers, workers, immigrants, the dying, a happy death, and numerous countries around the world. | ||
==Feast day== | ===Feast day=== | ||
Saint Joseph's principal feast day is March 19, with an additional feast on May 1 dedicated to St. Joseph the Worker. | Saint Joseph's principal feast day is March 19, with an additional feast on May 1 dedicated to St. Joseph the Worker. | ||
==Veneration== | ===Veneration=== | ||
Saint Joseph is venerated through various devotions like the Seven Sundays Devotion, the Litany of Saint Joseph, and numerous novenas. His relics are claimed in several locations, with the Basilica of St. Joseph in Nazareth being a primary shrine. He has been depicted in art, such as in the works of Guido Reni and Philippe de Champaigne. Literature and media often celebrate his life, influencing both art and spirituality. | Saint Joseph is venerated through various devotions like the Seven Sundays Devotion, the Litany of Saint Joseph, and numerous novenas. His relics are claimed in several locations, with the Basilica of St. Joseph in Nazareth being a primary shrine. He has been depicted in art, such as in the works of Guido Reni and Philippe de Champaigne. Literature and media often celebrate his life, influencing both art and spirituality. | ||
==Books== | ===Books=== | ||
=== Written about the saint === | ==== Written about the saint ==== | ||
* [https://www.amazon.com/Consecration-St-Joseph-Wonders-Spiritual/dp/1596144319 "Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father" by Donald H. Calloway] | * [https://www.amazon.com/Consecration-St-Joseph-Wonders-Spiritual/dp/1596144319 "Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father" by Donald H. Calloway] | ||
* [https://www.tumblarhouse.com/collections/st-joseph-books/products/consecration-to-st-joseph-donald-calloway "Consecration to St. Joseph" by Donald H. Calloway] | * [https://www.tumblarhouse.com/collections/st-joseph-books/products/consecration-to-st-joseph-donald-calloway "Consecration to St. Joseph" by Donald H. Calloway] | ||
=== Written by the saint === | ==== Written by the saint ==== | ||
No writings by Saint Joseph exist. | No writings by Saint Joseph exist. | ||
==External links== | ===External links=== | ||
* [https://catholicsaints.info/saint-joseph/ Catholic Saints Info - Saint Joseph] | * [https://catholicsaints.info/saint-joseph/ Catholic Saints Info - Saint Joseph] | ||
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* [https://mycatholic.life/saints/saints-of-the-liturgical-year/march-19---saint-joseph-husband-of-the-blessed-virgin-mary/ My Catholic Life - Saint Joseph] | * [https://mycatholic.life/saints/saints-of-the-liturgical-year/march-19---saint-joseph-husband-of-the-blessed-virgin-mary/ My Catholic Life - Saint Joseph] | ||
==References== | ===References=== | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
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