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Yet he remains largely in the background, silent and steady. Not surprisingly, Christians throughout the ages have pondered deeply this mystery that is Joseph.</p>\n<p>Many have speculated about the unknown details of his life, and several mystics were granted visions that portrayed the hidden days—both the ordinary and the extraordinary—of Our Lord’s appointed guardian vividly and profoundly. <em><strong>The Life of Saint Joseph as Seen by the Mystics</strong> </em>weaves together into a single narrative numerous episodes from five such visionaries: Saint Bridget of Sweden, Servant of God Marina de Escobar, Venerable Mary of Ágreda, Venerable Maria Cecilia Baij, and Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich.</p>\n<p>The Church insists that such private revelations cannot be viewed as another Gospel, nor even as accurate historical accounts or theological treatises. Instead, they provide a kind of sacred drama, full of spiritual insight and devotional power. 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Together, the two books offer a compelling vision of the Holy Family that can deepen and transform your devotion to Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.</p>","tags":[],"warranty":"","price":{"without_tax":{"formatted":"$19.95","value":19.95,"currency":"USD"},"tax_label":"Tax"},"height":"8.50","detail_messages":"","availability":"","page_title":"The Life of St. Joseph as Seen by the Mystics","cart_url":"https://tanbooks.com/cart.php","max_purchase_quantity":0,"mpn":null,"upc":"9781505122909","options":[{"id":5250,"type":"Configurable_PickList_Set","display_name":"Format","required":true,"state":"variant_option","partial":"set-rectangle","condition":true,"values":[{"id":10371,"label":"Paperbound","selected":true,"data":"Paperbound"},{"id":10373,"label":"eBook","selected":false,"data":"eBook"},{"id":10531,"label":"MP3 Audio Download","selected":false,"data":"MP3 Audio Download"}]}],"related_products":[{"id":3698,"sku":"TE2923","name":"The Life of Saint Joseph as Seen by the Mystics (eBook)","url":"https://tanbooks.com/digital/ebooks-audiobooks/the-life-of-saint-joseph-as-seen-by-the-mystics-ebook/","availability":"","rating":0,"brand":null,"category":["Books/General /eBooks & Audiobooks","Father's Day Sale"],"summary":"","image":{"data":"https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-iuax7bpgx3/images/stencil/{:size}/products/3698/8944/8944__84370.1675951631.jpg?c=1","alt":"The Life of Saint Joseph as Seen by the Mystics (eBook)"},"images":[{"data":"https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-iuax7bpgx3/images/stencil/{:size}/products/3698/8944/8944__84370.1675951631.jpg?c=1","alt":"The Life of Saint Joseph as Seen by the Mystics (eBook)"}],"date_added":"Aug 25th 2022","pre_order":false,"show_cart_action":true,"has_options":false,"stock_level":null,"low_stock_level":null,"qty_in_cart":0,"custom_fields":[{"id":58832,"name":"SEARCH_IGNORE","value":"true"}],"num_reviews":0,"weight":{"formatted":"0.00 LBS","value":0},"demo":false,"add_to_cart_url":"https://tanbooks.com/cart.php?action=add&product_id=3698","price":{"without_tax":{"currency":"USD","formatted":"$9.98","value":9.98},"tax_label":"Tax"},"add_to_wishlist_url":"/wishlist.php?action=add&product_id=3698"},{"id":3757,"sku":"TA1192","name":"Prayer: The Great Means of Grace (MP3 Audio Download)","url":"https://tanbooks.com/products/books/prayer-the-great-means-of-grace-mp3-audio-download/","availability":"","rating":0,"brand":null,"category":["Books/General /eBooks & Audiobooks"],"summary":"According to the great St. Alphonsus Liguori, the choice between going to Heaven and going to Hell depends on whether or not we pray—since prayer is the great means of grace! 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Love the quality of the books Tan makes.","date":"Jan 26th 2024"},{"name":"Annette","rating":"5","title":"Life of St.Joseph by Paul Thigpen","text":"I have a great devotion to St. Joseph. I have always thought that he must have been an amazing human being to have been picked by God to be his guardian and protector while on this earth. This book opened up a world of knowledge that my heart has always felt. An amazing read. You want to know WHO exactly was this amazing man. The Saints given the insight reveal his greatness, his humility and the joy that lived exponentially in his heart.","date":"Jan 11th 2024"},{"name":"Ellen","rating":"5","title":"The Life of St Joseph as seen by the Mystics","text":"Excellent work - highly recommended - a splendid aid to knowing St Joseph better, as well as Our Lord and our Blessed Mother. Also bought a copy for a friend.","date":"Nov 9th 2023"},{"rating":"5","title":"The Life of Saint Joseph","text":"This is a splendid book. St. Joseph is my favorite saint and this collection of the writings of the mystics helps one to understand St. Joseph, know and love him even more. I've just ordered a second copy for a friend.","date":"Oct 25th 2023"},{"name":"April ","rating":"5","title":"WOW! Learned so Much.","text":"It has been my goal to learn more about Saint Joseph. As the foster father of Jesus, we know what a wonderful husband as father he was, what a great source of inspiration the Holy Family with Joseph as the head of that family is.\r\n\r\nThis book, which compiles various things seen by mystics is a beautiful insight into the man himself. From his early years, his betrothal to Mary, and his protection of the infant Jesus, Joseph is a beautiful representation of what surrender to God and His plan looks like.\r\n\r\nWhat I liked most about this book is the pictures the revelations painted for me. I could see it all unfolding and felt like I was watching it happen. With so little about St. Joseph in the Bible this was such a gift. \r\n\r\nThis book has helped me to see this Saint as a true intercessor for me as I seek to know and follow his son, Jesus. This would be a great read anytime of the year, but especially wonderful for Advent as we journey with the Holy Family.\r\n\r\nThank you to TAN books for the copy of this book. All views are my honest opinion.","date":"Jul 19th 2023"},{"name":"Michael F.","rating":"5","title":"The Life of St. Joseph as Seen by the Mystics","text":"Paul Thigpen has done a beautiful job of weaving the narrative of Joseph;s life (and the Holy Family) into an easily readable work. This was a Christmas present to my daughter and me, with the intent to read it to each other aloud. We have had some good discussions.\nI greatly appreciate the brief biographies and background of the five mystics in the introduction. It has no footnotes or endnotes - which at times can get monotonous in other works. Thank you, Mr. Thigpen!","date":"May 24th 2023"},{"name":"Rubi","rating":"5","title":"If you love St. Joseph, you must read this book!","text":"Absolutely mesmerizing, I loved this book. St. Joseph is my patron and my adoptive Father, he;s never denied anything I ask of him.\nThank to Mr. Thighpen, may Jesus/Blessed Mary and Joseph bless you for this beautiful book.","date":"May 24th 2023"},{"name":"Chris","rating":"5","title":"Re-readable book","text":"Absolutely wonderful book that enlightened me to the rich mysteries surrounding the second most important figure in Christs life. Its a quick and fluid read thats very enjoyable. Would recommend to just about anyone. 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Saint Joseph stands close to Jesus and Mary at the heart of the gospel story. Yet he remains largely in the background, silent and steady. Not surprisingly, Christians throughout the ages have pondered deeply this mystery that is Joseph.
Many have speculated about the unknown details of his life, and several mystics were granted visions that portrayed the hidden days—both the ordinary and the extraordinary—of Our Lord’s appointed guardian vividly and profoundly. The Life of Saint Joseph as Seen by the Mysticsweaves together into a single narrative numerous episodes from five such visionaries: Saint Bridget of Sweden, Servant of God Marina de Escobar, Venerable Mary of Ágreda, Venerable Maria Cecilia Baij, and Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich.
The Church insists that such private revelations cannot be viewed as another Gospel, nor even as accurate historical accounts or theological treatises. Instead, they provide a kind of sacred drama, full of spiritual insight and devotional power. In this fascinating story—which reads more like a novel than a history book—you’ll journey alongside Saint Joseph as he:
Matures from childhood to manhood in preparation for his unique mission
Responds with courage and wisdom to the startling revelations he receives in dreams
Protects and cares for his Family during their journey to Bethehem and their sojourn in Egypt
Labors daily to provide for his household during the “hidden years” in Nazareth
Suffers heroically in his final years, dying peacefully in the arms of Jesus and Mary