Joseph of Freising was an 8th-century Catholic bishop who led the diocese of Freising from approximately 747 until his death in 764. While his exact origins remain uncertain, he is sometimes associated with Verona, Italy. Before his elevation to the episcopacy, he is believed to have served as a monk at Freising Abbey. He became known for his energetic leadership and his success in expanding the church's influence through the acquisition of land and various religious foundations.