The Dream of Saint Joseph, Philippe de Champaigne
《聖若瑟之夢》，菲利普·德·香拜涅 (1642-45) 英國，倫敦國家畫廊
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【聖若瑟的夢境 — 靜默中的信靠與守護】
【聖若瑟的夢境 — 靜默中的信靠與守護】
The Dream of Saint Joseph — Silent Trust and Guardianship
【聖言導引】
當聖若瑟在面對聖母懷孕的奧蹟而感到困惑時，天主的天使在夢中向他顯現。若瑟是一位「義人」，他沒有多言，而是在夢醒後立即行動，承擔起保護聖家、照顧救主的重任。這扇花窗提醒我們，天主往往在寧靜與夢境中向我們說話，而信德就在於那份毫不猶豫的答覆。
【聖經經文】
「上主的人使者在夢中顯於他說：『達味之子若瑟，不要怕娶你的妻子瑪利亞，因為在她內受生的，是聖神。』」——《瑪竇福音 1:20》
【藝術賞析】
沈睡中的聆聽： 畫面描繪了正在沈睡的聖若瑟，表現出他在平靜與神聖的氛圍中與天主溝通。
天使的顯現： 天使以優美的姿態出現在若瑟身旁，指引著前方的道路。蝕刻的線條細膩地展現了天使羽翼與若瑟沈思的神情。
守護者的象徵： 聖若瑟周圍常伴隨木匠工具或象徵聖潔的百合花，體現他作為大聖家守護者的身分。
【心靈反思】
聖女小德蘭非常恭敬聖若瑟，她曾說過她對聖若瑟有著極大的信賴。她從小就學習聖若瑟那種隱修、謙卑且完全奉獻的精神。
當我們注視這扇花窗時，讓我們祈求聖若瑟教導我們如何在生活的喧囂中保持內心的寧靜，好能聽見天主的聲音；並學習他在領受使命後，那種「起而行」的勇氣與決心。
【English Guide / 英文導覽】
Theme:The Dream of Saint Joseph — Silent Trust and Guardianship
Introduction: When Saint Joseph was perplexed by the mystery of Mary’s pregnancy, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream. As a "just man," Joseph did not speak much, but acted immediately upon waking, taking up the responsibility of protecting the Holy Family. This window reminds us that God often speaks to us in silence and dreams, and faith lies in that unhesitating response.
Scripture: "The angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, 'Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary your wife into your home. For it is through the holy Spirit that this child has been conceived in her.'" (Matthew 1:20)
Artistic Appreciation
Listening in Slumber The scene depicts Saint Joseph in deep sleep, illustrating his communication with God within an atmosphere of divine tranquility.
The Apparition of the Angel An angel appears beside Joseph in a graceful posture, guiding the way forward. The delicate etched lines vividly capture the angel’s wings and Joseph’s contemplative expression.
Symbols of the Protector Saint Joseph is often accompanied by carpenter's tools or the lily—a symbol of purity—embodying his identity as the Guardian of the Holy Family.
Spiritual Reflection: Saint Thérèse had a profound devotion to Saint Joseph and spoke of her immense trust in him. From a young age, she learned from his spirit of hiddenness, humility, and total self-offering.
Spiritual Reflection: Saint Thérèse had a profound devotion to Saint Joseph and spoke of her immense trust in him. From a young age, she learned from his spirit of hiddenness, humility, and total self-offering.
As we gaze upon this stained glass window, let us ask Saint Joseph to teach us how to maintain inner silence amidst the noise of life, so that we may hear the voice of God. May we also learn from his courage and determination to "rise and act" upon receiving his mission.
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