Holy Family

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The Holy Family refers to the family unit of Jesus Christ, his mother Mary, and his foster father Joseph. This family is central to Christianity and is often depicted in Christian art and iconography.

Members of the Holy Family

Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ is the central figure of Christianity, believed by Christians to be the Son of God and the awaited Messiah (Christ) prophesied in the Old Testament.

Mary

Mary is revered in Christianity as the mother of Jesus. She is often referred to as the Blessed Virgin Mary and holds a special place in Christian theology and devotion.

Joseph

Joseph is considered the foster father of Jesus and the husband of Mary. He is venerated as a saint in many Christian denominations and is often depicted as a model of fatherhood and faithfulness.

Significance in Christianity

The Holy Family is a model of virtue and holiness in Christian tradition. They are often invoked in prayers and are the subject of many feast days and devotions. The Feast of the Holy Family is celebrated in the Catholic Church and other Christian denominations, typically on the Sunday after Christmas.

Depictions in Art

The Holy Family has been a popular subject in Christian art throughout history. Notable works include paintings, sculptures, and stained glass windows that depict the family in various scenes, such as the Nativity, the Flight into Egypt, and the Finding in the Temple.

Related Pages

• Jesus Christ
• Mary, mother of Jesus
• Saint Joseph
• Christianity
• Nativity of Jesus
• Flight into Egypt
• Finding in the Temple
• Feast of the Holy Family
• Christian art