Scapular of Saint Joseph

The Scapular of Saint Joseph is a Catholic devotional scapular, intended as a reminder of the virtues attributed to Joseph: humility, modesty and purity. It was approved for the Roman [Catholic Diocese of Verona|Diocese of Verona] by the Congregation of Rites in 1880.

History

On 15 April, 1898, Leo XIII granted to the General of the Order of [Friars Minor Capuchin|Capuchins] the faculty of blessing and investing the faithful everywhere with this scapular. From the Roman [Catholic Diocese of Saint-Claude|Diocese of St-Claude] in France use of the scapular was spread by the Capuchins. There are no special conditions, even inscribing the names of its wearers.

Description

Due to the multiple sources for the scapular, the colors may be in combination, having white, gold and purple. The front of the scapular depicts Joseph carrying the infant Jesus, and a lily in the other hand. The back panel features the Papal Arms, a dove and a Cross.
Various indulgences have been granted for all Catholic who wear it by a Rescript of the Congregation for Indulgences and [Sacred Relics|Congregation for Indulgences], 8 June 1893.