Joseph Ἰωσήφ

Male Tribe of Judah G2501J 1 book

An ancestor of Jesus Christ

Biography

Joseph, the son of Mattathias, is mentioned in Luk.3.24 as part of the genealogy of Jesus Christ. This genealogy traces Jesus' lineage through his mother Mary's family line. Joseph is listed as the son of Mattathias and the father of Jannai. The genealogy spans several centuries, from Jesus back to Adam, demonstrating Jesus' connection to the ancestral line of David and the fulfillment of messianic prophecies. However, no additional information is provided about Joseph's life or the specific time period in which he lived.

Family

In Scripture

1 biblical book ; 1 with study content
Luke 1 verse
  • Luke 3:24

    "the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph,"

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Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Greek Ἰωσήφ G2501J