Scapular of Saint Joseph

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The Scapular of Saint Joseph is a Roman Catholic devotional scapular, intended as a reminder of the virtues attributed to Joseph: humility, modesty and purity. It was approved for the Diocese of Verona by the Congregation of Rites in 1880.

History

On 15 April, 1898, Leo XIII granted to the General of the Capuchins the faculty of blessing and investing the faithful everywhere with this scapular.[1] From the Diocese of St-Claude in France use of the scapular was spread by the Capuchins.[2] There are no special conditions, even inscribing the names of its wearers.[3]

Description

Due to the multiple sources for the scapular, the colors may be in combination, having white, gold and purple. The front of the scapular depicts Joseph carrying the infant Jesus, and a lily in the other hand. The back panel features the Papal Arms, a dove (to symbolize the Holy Ghost) and a Cross.[4][5]

Various indulgences have been granted for all Catholic who wear it by a Rescript of the Congregation for Indulgences, 8 June 1893. [6]

See also

References

  1. ^ Hilgers, Joseph. "Scapular." The Catholic Encyclopedia Vol. 13. New York: Robert Appleton Company, 1912. 20 September 2022 Public Domain This article incorporates text from this source, which is in the public domain.
  2. ^ "Scapular of Saint Joseph" New Catholic Dictionary, 1910 Public Domain This article incorporates text from this source, which is in the public domain.
  3. ^ Bernad, Marcel. A Practical Guide to Indulgences, Benziger Bros., 1898, p. 77 Public Domain This article incorporates text from this source, which is in the public domain.
  4. ^ Ann Ball, 2003, Encyclopedia of Catholic Devotions and Practices ISBN 0-87973-910-X page 520
  5. ^ Magennis, P.E., "The Scapulars", American Ecclesiastical Review, Volume 67, CUA Press, 1922, p. 143
  6. ^ Acta S. Sedis", XXXIV, 317

 This article incorporates text from a publication now in the public domain: Herbermann, Charles, ed. (1913). "Scapular". Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton Company.

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