Thursday, March 8, 2012

Rosary: The Sorrowful Mysteries



1st Sorrowful Mystery
The Agony in the Garden
Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsmani, He advanced a little and fell postrate in prayer. "My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass me by."
Matt 26: 36-39

Fruit of the Mystery: Sorrow for Sin - Repentance



2nd Sorrowful Mystery
The Scourging at the Pillar
The people said, "Let his blood be upon us and upon our children." At that, he released Barabbas to them. Jesus, however, he first had scourged.
Matt. 27, 25-26
Fruit of the Mystery: Purity - Mortification



3rd Sorrowful Mystery

The Crowning with Thorns
They stripped off his clothes and wrapped him in a scarlet cloak. Weaving a crown out of thorns, they fixed it on his head and began to mock him.
Matt. 27, 28-29
Fruit of the Mystery: Courage




4th Sorrowful Mystery

The Carrying of the Cross
Jesus was led away, and carrying the cross by himself, went out to what is called the Place of the Skull. There they crucified him.
John 19, 17-18
Fruit of the Mystery: Patience




5th Sorrowful Mystery
The Crucifixion and Death
The curtain in the sanctuary was torn in two, Jesus uttered a loud cry and said, “Father, into your hands I commend my spirit.” After this, he expired.
Luke 23, 45-46
Fruit of the Mystery: Perseverance

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