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Saint Joseph the Betrothed

1st century

Saint Joseph the Betrothed

The betrothed of the Theotokos who, according to the Gospels, protected the Holy Family.

Names celebrated

James
Joseph
David

Feast day

on the Sunday after Christmas
Sunday after Christmas: Joseph the Betrothed, King David and James the Brother of the Lord
This year: Sunday 27 December 2026
Kept on the Sunday between 26 and 31 December; if there is none, on 26 December.

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Patron saints of Greek cities and islands
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Name day customs in Greece: what happens on the day

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