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The Dream of Joseph and Birth of Jesus Christ

About Jesus Christ, Bible Verses and Philately

Bible Verses: “Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a publick example, was minded to put her away privily. But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost. And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.” (Matthew 1:18-21 / KJV)

Large Image of Stamp from Swaziland, 15 cents, Christmas 1978; The Dream of Joseph
Large Image of Stamp from Swaziland, 15 cents, Christmas 1978; The Dream of Joseph

Bible Verses: “And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary… And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS… The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God.” (Luke 1:26-27, 31, 35 / KJV)

Large Image of the Main Part of the First Day Cover from Brasil, Christmas 1984; The Virginal Conception
Large Image of the Main Part of the First Day Cover from Brasil, Christmas 1984; The Virginal Conception

Bible Verses: “And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.” (Luke 2:4-7 / KJV)

Large Image of the Main Part of the First Day Cover from Malta, Christmas 1966; With 3 Stamps having these Denominations – 1D and 2D Maltese Pennies and 1’3 Maltese Shilling
Large Image of the Main Part of the First Day Cover from Malta, Christmas 1966; With 3 Stamps
Large Image of Stamp from Anguilla, 25 cents, Christmas 1972; “The Holy Family”
Large Image of Stamp from Anguilla, 25 cents, Christmas 1972; “The Holy Family”
Large Image of a 1995 Christmas Cancellation on 1994 Stamp from Austria; Jesus in Bethlehem
Large Image of a 1995 Christmas Cancellation on 1994 Stamp from Austria; Jesus in Bethlehem

Large Image of the Main Part of the First Day Cover from Slovenia, Christmas 1999; Nativity Scene
Large Image of the Main Part of the First Day Cover from Slovenia, Christmas 1999; Nativity Scene
Large Image of Maximum Card from Slovakia, Christmas 1994; Nativity Scene
Large Image of Maximum Card from Slovakia, Christmas 1994; Nativity Scene

Large Image of Souvenir Folder with Stamps from Australia, Christmas 1998; Holy Family, Nativity Scene
Large Image of Souvenir Folder with Stamps from Australia, Christmas 1998; Holy Family, Nativity Scene
Large Image of First Day Cover (FDC) from Brasil, Christmas 1981; The Birth of Jesus Christ in Manger, Bethlehem
Large Image of First Day Cover (FDC) from Brasil, Christmas 1981; The Birth of Jesus Christ in Manger, Bethlehem

Bible Verse: “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.” (John 1:14 / KJV)