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To: ConservativeMind

Though Jesus was not born rich, His family on both sides were not poor. His Mother was related (first cousins, IIRC) to a man who owned lead mines and smelting plants. Joseph, His adopting Father, was part of a land owning family, and of course His adopting Father remained in the family and taught Him the craft of carpentry. Joseph worked for a living and supported his family.


10 posted on 12/25/2014 7:59:23 AM PST by MHGinTN
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To: MHGinTN

And “carpenter” is not really accurate. “Builder” is more like it. Joseph, and Jesus, very likely built more houses than furniture.


15 posted on 12/25/2014 8:07:05 AM PST by Arthur McGowan
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