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nd Jesus Himself was beginning about the age of thirty years, being (as it was supposed), the son of Joseph.

V. The mouth of the just shall meditate wisdom.

R. And his tongue shall speak judgment.

God, Who, in Thy wonderful providence, didst vouchsafe to choose blessed Joseph to be the spouse of Thy most holy Mother, grant, we beseech Thee, to us who venerate him as our protector on earth, to be found worthy of having him for our advocate in heaven.

thou most excellent Doctor and light of the holy Church, St. Augustine, lover of divine law, pray for us to the Son of God.

V. The Lord loved him and adorned him.