Joseph And Mary Were Unable To Purchase A Lamb For Christ’s Temple Dedication
According to Moses’ Law, all mothers must undertake a purification rite following childbirth. And all first-born males should be delivered to the Temple in Jerusalem for “redemption” ceremonies. A sacrificial lamb is a usual food for such rites. However, Joseph and Mary were unable to afford one. Fortunately, the Book of Leviticus allows an exception for parents who cannot afford a lamb, instructing them to present a “pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons.” So, as was customary, the couple flew to Jerusalem 40 days after their son’s birth and presented him. Christ’s Presentation in the Temple is still honored today, 40 days following Christmas.
Joseph And Mary Were Unable To Purchase A Lamb For Christ’s Temple Dedication
Joseph’s Death Is Unknown, But He Could Have Died Happy
in a number of Biblical verses Indeed, there are only a few references to Christ’s earthly father in the Bible, and not a single spoken speech is attributed to him. Given the scarcity of information regarding his life, it’s hardly surprising that his death is a mystery. Because Joseph was not present at the Crucifixion, he could have been long dead by then. Some have gone so far as to speculate that Joseph died peacefully in the arms of Jesus and Mary. Be a result, Saint Joseph is frequently referred to as the patron saint of pleasant deaths.
Joseph’s Death Is Unknown, But He Could Have Died Happy
