Joasaphus Skripitsyn was a 16th-century Russian Orthodox prelate who served as the Metropolitan of Moscow and all Rus' between 1539 and 1542. Born around 1450, he initially lived as a monk and later as a hegumen at the Trinity-St. Sergius Lavra. During his tenure, he navigated complex political landscapes, maintaining influence at the royal court under Grand Duchess Elena Glinskaya and receiving support from Grand Prince Vasili III. He is recognized as a saint in the Orthodox tradition.