St Joseph and His Bride: A Christmas Reflection | Dr. John Cuddeback

About this episode

Dr. John Cuddeback reflects on St. Joseph's life, emphasizing the virtues of fatherhood, marriage, and chastity in contemporary society.

In the lecture, Christendom College Philosophy Professor Dr. John Cuddeback examines St. Joseph's life, highlighting the importance of fatherhood, marriage, and hiddenness. The saint's unwavering righteousness and chastity serve as lessons in integrity and mercy. The lecture explores the deeper meaning of marital love and the challenges of living virtuously in a society that values external validation. It encourages a genuine understanding of chastity and love in relationships, reflecting on the virtues of St. Joseph and their relevance today.

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. John Cuddeback

Topics covered

• fatherhood
• marriage
• chastity
• virtue
• integrity
• love
• society

Keywords

• St. Joseph
• fatherhood
• marriage
• chastity
• virtue
• integrity
• love
• society
• Christmas
• reflection

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Christendom College

Books & works: St Joseph and His Bride: A Christmas Reflection

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