Joachim and Sarah of Juttah
Judeans of Jutta, this generous couple takes care of Isaac, one of the shepherds of the Nativity fallen into illness and poverty.[1]
Sara is already the mother of three children to whom, at Isaac's instigation, she gave the name of the Holy family: Mary, Joseph, Emmanuel, she is about to have her fourth circumcised when she meets Jesus. He will give him his name: Jesse.
Character and Appearance
Festive attire: The circumcision ceremony is an occasion for Sara to wear festive clothing carefully described by Maria Valtorta:
"[...] the buxom, brown, tall, lovely mother of the past vision, most beautiful in her best dress: a snow-white linen dress, like a rich chemise falling in puckers down to her ankles, tied at her well-shaped waist by a multicoloured striped shawl, that covers her wonderful hips dropping in fringes down to her knees at the back, while at the front it is tied under the philigree buckle and its ends are hanging loose. A light veil patterned with rose branches on a beige background is pinned to her black plaits, like a tiny turban, and falls onto her neck in flowing folds and then onto her shoulders and breasts. It is held tight on her head by a small crown of medals tied together by a little chain. Heavy rings hang from her ears, and her tunic is held close to her neck by a silver necklace which passes through eyelets of her dress. She wears heavy silver bracelets on her arms."[2]
Apostolic Journey
Disciple, witness of the Resurrection.[3]
Her Name
Sara means "princess". Historical reference: Abraham's woman. - Joachim, Joïaqim, Joïakîn means "the Eternal raises up".