St Joseph

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A Christian holy day: "St Joseph" refers to a feast day in the Christian liturgical calendar, specifically the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, celebrated on March 19.
    • A person, Saint Joseph: "St Joseph" is the name of the husband of Mary, the mother of Jesus, in the New Testament. He is venerated as a saint in Christian tradition.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun (Holy day):
    • The parish will have a special Mass for the feast of St Joseph.
    • St Joseph's Day is a public holiday in some regions.
  • Proper noun (Person):
    • St Joseph is often depicted in art holding the infant Jesus.
    • Many churches are dedicated to St Joseph.
Advanced Usage
  • "St Joseph the Worker": A separate feast day celebrated on May 1, honoring Saint Joseph as the patron saint of workers.
    • The theology of work is often discussed on the feast of St Joseph the Worker.
Variants and Related Words
  • Joseph: The name without the honorific "Saint."
  • St. Joseph: A common abbreviated written form using a period.
Synonyms
  • Feast of Saint Joseph: A direct synonym for the holy day.
  • Joseph, spouse of Mary: A descriptive synonym for the person.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • "To have the patience of St Joseph": An idiom describing someone who is exceptionally patient and steadfast, reflecting the saint's traditional attributes.
    • As a teacher of young children, she has the patience of St Joseph.
Noun
  1. a Christian holy day

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