The Ancient Greek noun tektōn (τέκτων) is a common term for an artisan or craftsman, in particular a carpenter, woodworker, or builder. The term is frequently contrasted with an ironworker, or smith (χαλκεύς) and stone-worker or mason (λιθολόγος, λαξευτής).
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Georges de La Tour. St. Joseph, the Carpenter.JPG
Saint Joseph, patron des charpentiers, travaille une poutre devant l'Enfant Jésus qui semble déjà y ...