St. Joseph – Mosaic Originally from St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican – Catholic Art Print

St. Joseph Mosaic from St. Peter's Basilica at the VaticanJoseph is the quiet one in the Gospels. He is the protector of the Holy Family. He was chosen as the earthly model of manhood for Jesus, so we can be sure he was nearly perfect in virtue. His strength and nobility of character come across beautifully in this inspiring mosaic from the walls of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. Joseph is an ideal model for all men who seek to be Godly men. Tu Eris Super Domum Meam means, You shall take charge of my home and family. It applies to all men in this sense, that the families that we protect and the children we raise are first and foremost God's families and God's children. In a culture that encourages men to be irresponsible and then condemns them for it, it is important to remember the crucial role that men have to play in a healthy society. In many ways, the ongoing crisis of our times is the crisis of manhood and fatherhood. This august image of St. Joseph can remind men of their strengt