Врлина целомудрености у хришћанском предању: пример старозаветног патријарха Јосифа и његови етичко-дидактички аспекти
The virtue of chastity in the Christian tradition: the example of the Old Testament patriarch Joseph and its ethical and didactic aspects

Summary/Abstract: The patristic tradition recognizes in the life and character of the Old Testament patriarch Joseph, the son of Jacob, not only a typological dimension that astonishes with its richness and uniqueness but also acknowledges him as a virtuous man. He can serve as a moral example and inspiration to all those who desire to live in accordance with God’s will. The virtue most emphasized and praised by the Church Fathers in his life is chastity. Thus, the Old Testament patriarch Joseph,who is also called the All-Comely Joseph due to his virtuous life, has become a paradigm of chastity among the Old Testament moral exemplars. Chastity consists of preserving one’s mind and spirit unblemished by sin, uncontaminated by passions.Therefore, chastity is a virtue acquired through the struggle against passions, particularly manifested in the proper management of spiritual movements, the attitude towards pleasures, and the right living of the gift of sexuality. His example can be very inspiring and instructive for young people in understanding the importance of spiritual and moral integrity in the life of every person from an early age.

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