Do you mean now or in the Middle Ages? Now, he is enormously venerated
in the Italian-American community. And I believe the Carmelites hold him
in particular esteem.
KW
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> Since it is the feast day of St. Joseph, I thought I'd pose a question to
> the list with regards to the saint. Devotion to St. Joseph was downplayed
> in medieval western Europe, probably due to the fact that many heresies
> arose regarding the nature of Christ, and St. Joseph's relationship to
> Christ as father, yet not, complicated the issue in explaining Christ's
> nature. I understand that the eastern church held him in high esteem, but
> are there any known cults to St. Joseph in western Europe, and if so,
> where? Your answers would be much appreciated.
>
> Jennifer Casten
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