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Saint Joseph was the husband of the Virgin Mary and the earthly father to Jesus Christ. He is a central figure in Christianity and is honored as a saint in many Christian churches. Joseph's life is primarily detailed in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke in the New Testament.
According to these texts, Joseph was a carpenter by trade, teaching this skill to Jesus. Additionally, he came from the lineage of King David. His unquestioning faith in God and willingness to readily embrace a life filled with divine interventions (like accepting Mary’s miraculous pregnancy) are some of the traits that made him a beloved figure in Christianity.
Joseph is recognized for the care and devotion he showed to Jesus and Mary, raising Jesus as his own, in spite of knowing he was not his biological father. This act has made him the patron saint of many groups, including workers, fathers, immigrants, and the whole Catholic Church. His feast days are March 19 (St. Joseph’s Day) and May 1 (the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker).
As significant as Joseph's role was, the Bible does not record any of his spoken words. His actions, however, are integral to many biblical narratives.
Despite the lack of textual information, St. Joseph's story has inspired a great deal of devotional literature, and he is frequently depicted in Christian art and iconography. His life is celebrated for his unwavering faith, his obedience to God, his steadfastness in the face of adversity, and his quiet but strong leadership.