The Scapular of Saint Joseph is a 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.Hilgers, Joseph. "Scapular." The Catholic Encyclopedia Vol. 13. New York: Robert Appleton Company, 1912. 20 September 2022 From the Diocese of St-Claude in France use of the scapular was spread by the Capuchins."Scapular of Saint Joseph" New Catholic Dictionary, 1910 There are no special conditions, even inscribing the names of its wearers.Bernad, Marcel. A Practical Guide to Indulgences, Benziger Bros., 1898, p. 77
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.Ann Ball, 2003, Encyclopedia of Catholic Devotions and Practices page 520Magennis, P.E., "The Scapulars", American Ecclesiastical Review, Volume 67, CUA Press, 1922, p. 143
Various indulgences have been granted for all Catholic who wear it by a Rescript of the Congregation for Indulgences, 8 June 1893. Acta S. Sedis, XXXIV, 317
See also Scapular Rosary and scapular
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