
Bible Hero
Joseph the Carpenter
- Era
- 1st-century BCE Roman Judea (~5 BCE)
- First appears in
- First appears in Luke 2:1-20
- Appearances
- In 3 storybooks
Featured in 3 Bible Heroes storybooks, first appearing in Luke 2:1-20.
Where Joseph the Carpenter appears
Every Bible Heroes storybook featuring Joseph the Carpenter, with the role they play and the pages they show up on.

Joseph’s Dream
Matthew 1:18-25Mary’s pledged husband and a righteous carpenter in Nazareth. After learning that Mary is expecting a child, Joseph chooses mercy, listens to God’s angel, and takes Mary as his wife.
Pages 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13

The Nativity
Luke 2:1-20Joseph is Mary’s husband-to-be from the family line of King David. He brings Mary to Bethlehem for the enrollment and stays near her as Jesus is born.
Pages 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 17

The Wise Men
Matthew 2:1-12Joseph is Mary’s husband and Jesus’ earthly guardian. He stands protectively beside Mary and the child when the Magi arrive at their home.
Pages 1, 11