Joseph: Husband of Mary: Presents Jesus in the Temple
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Joseph, the husband of Mary and earthly father of Jesus, plays a significant role in the early life of Jesus as recorded in the Gospels. A devout and righteous man, Joseph is depicted as obedient to the Law of Moses and attentive to the spiritual upbringing of his family. One of the key events highlighting Joseph's faithfulness is the presentation of Jesus in the Temple, an event that underscores his commitment to Jewish customs and the fulfillment of the Law.

According to the Gospel of Luke, after the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, Joseph and Mary adhered to the Jewish purification rites. "And when the days of their purification according to the Law of Moses were completed, they brought Him to Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord" (Luke 2:22). This act of presenting Jesus in the Temple was in accordance with the Law, which required that every firstborn male be consecrated to the Lord (Exodus 13:2).

Joseph's role in this event is crucial, as it demonstrates his obedience to God's commandments and his dedication to raising Jesus within the traditions of Israel. The presentation also involved offering a sacrifice, as prescribed in the Law: "a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons" (Luke 2:24), which indicates the humble economic status of Joseph and Mary.

During the presentation, two prophetic figures, Simeon and Anna, recognized Jesus as the Messiah. Simeon, a righteous and devout man, had been promised by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before seeing the Lord's Christ. Upon seeing Jesus, Simeon took Him in his arms and praised God, declaring, "For my eyes have seen Your salvation, which You have prepared in the sight of all people, a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to Your people Israel" (Luke 2:30-32). Joseph and Mary marveled at what was said about their child, further affirming the divine nature of Jesus' mission.

Anna, a prophetess and widow, also recognized Jesus and spoke about Him to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem. Her testimony added to the confirmation of Jesus' identity and mission.

Joseph's presentation of Jesus in the Temple is a testament to his faithfulness and piety. It highlights his role as a guardian of the Messiah, ensuring that Jesus was brought up in accordance with Jewish law and tradition. This event not only fulfills the requirements of the Law but also serves as a moment of divine revelation, as Jesus is publicly acknowledged as the Savior by those who were waiting for the redemption of Israel.
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Luke 2:22-39
And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord;
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The Birth of Jesus the Messiah was on this Wise...
... to which, except in the words printed in italics, it is strictly parallel in
construction, reads thus: "Jacob begat Joseph, the husband of Mary, who of ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section ii the birth of.htm

The Story of Jesus, the Babe of Bethlehem
... soon after these wise men had gone away, the Lord sent another dream to Joseph,
the husband of Mary. ... So again Joseph the carpenter and Mary his wife ...
/.../marshall/the wonder book of bible stories/the story of jesus the.htm

Jesus is Born in Bethlehem
... had to prepare for a long journey, and go with her husband to Bethlehem ... weeks old,
He was brought from Bethlehem by Mary and Joseph to the ... Mary took two pigeons ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/anonymous/the good shepherd/chapter ii jesus is born.htm

From the Birth to the Ascension of Jesus.
... followed by the announcement of the birth of Jesus to Mary his mother (Lu.1:26-38)
and soon thereafter to Joseph, the espoused husband of Mary (Matt.1:18 ...
/.../tidwell/the bible period by period/chapter xviii from the birth.htm

The Perpetual virginity of Blessed Mary.
... have given rise to some scandal, namely, that Mary was not known by her husband
until she was ... be the more certain that she from whom Joseph refrained while ...
/.../jerome/the principal works of st jerome/the perpetual virginity of blessed.htm

The Holy Family in Bethlehem after the Departure of the Kings.
... and other things left by the kings had been hidden away by Joseph partly in ... Mary
was still in the cave ... Anna's second husband is taller and older than Joachim was ...
/.../emmerich/the life of the blessed virgin mary/xiv the holy family in.htm

In the House of his Heavenly, and in the Home of his Earthly ...
... on Galat. pp. 282-291. [1264] I regard this Simon (Zelotes) as the son of Clopas
(brother of Joseph, the Virgin's husband) and of Mary. ...
/.../edersheim/the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter x in the house.htm

Matt. I. 17
... is a discordance; because Luke saith it was Mary to whom ... he thought on these things,
an angel appeareth to Joseph in a ... Seest thou the mildness of the husband? ...
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The visitation
... the Holy Family, for the mother was a sister of the third husband of Mary Cleophas,
the ... for several days with these people before she came to Joseph's house ...
/.../emmerich/the life of the blessed virgin mary/ix the visitation.htm

The Death of the Blessed virgin Mary at Ephesus
... younger stepsister, a daughter of Anna by her second husband. ... path of light poured
down upon Mary, and I ... as well as Joachim, Anna, Joseph, Elizabeth, Zechariah ...
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Resources
Who was Joseph of Arimathea? | GotQuestions.org

What kind of divination did Joseph do in Genesis 44:5, 15? | GotQuestions.org

Where was Joseph when Jesus was an adult? | GotQuestions.org

Joseph: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com

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