5 Inch Joseph with his staff.
Fontanini nativity set figurines are collector figurines. Joseph is a nice nativity piece to add after Jesus and Mary. A great gift to give to a fontanini nativity scene collection.
Fontanini nativity scene figurines are unique!
Fontanini nativity sets are specially formulated with polymer that captures every line and texture of fontanini master sculptor Elio Simonetti’s original clay sculptures. The fontanini nativity set figurines will not chip or break. Each fontanini scene figure is hand painted in the rich colors of Tuscany and antiqued for a distinctive wood carved look..
The fontanini nativity set story of Joseph the father of Jesus.
Gabriel spoke to Joseph, the carpenter, who was betrothed to Mary. His words were soothing and filled with promise. As Mary’s intended husband, Joseph needed to understand the mission his bride was to accomplish in the coming months. And from the day of his enlightenment, Joseph joined with Gabriel to guard Mary’s health as she grew large with the Holy Child and wise in her newfound grace and maturity.
As the birth of Jesus approached, a census was ordered throughout the Holy Land by Roman Emperor Caesar Augustus. Law required that everyone travel to the city of their ancestors, thus Mary and Joseph set off for Bethlehem. Joseph would take his wife to Bethlehem for the census although she was near the time for delivering a child. Gabriel had helped Joseph locate a small donkey to ease Mary’s travel burden and then the guardian angel accompanied the two on their arduous journey home.
Leading Mary over rugged terrain toward Bethlehem was a labor of love for Joseph. How tenderly he walked the donkey, glancing at Mary with each step. Her radiant smile assured Joseph that all was well, as a gatekeeper allowed the couple into Bethlehem, in the late night hours. He observed the woman’s state of maternity, though Mary never uttered a sound, and pointed out the inn’s direction before returning to his solitary post.
Since only the stable behind the crowded inn could be found to shelter the two, there was no choice but to make the best of the situation. The couple moved into the straw-filled room. They would share the humble shelter with gentle animals, birds and the still sounds of the night. They would wait out the long hours of Mary’s labor with courage and faith in God’s will
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