Saint Joseph Religious Icon
- XL Wall Icon
- Metal and tapestry
- Approximate Size: Tapestry 8"x11", with metal 8"x16"
10998-084 Saint Joseph Religious Icon, XL
Venerated as a saint in many Christian sects, Saint Joseph is a biblical figure who is believed to have been the corporeal father of Jesus Christ. Joseph first appears in the Bible in the gospels of Matthew and Luke; in Matthew, Joseph's lineage is traced back to King David. According to the Bible, Joseph was born circa 100 B.C.E. and later wed the Virgin Mary, Jesus's mother. He died in Israel circa 1 A.D.