St. Pope Leo the Great Quotations for the Mysteries of the Rosary

Posted on June 17, 2025 by priestdirector

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Joyful Mysteries

The Joyful Mysteries meditate on the Incarnation and early life of Christ, emphasizing virtues like humility, charity, and obedience, and gifts like wisdom and understanding.

1. The Annunciation (Virtue: Humility; Gift: Wisdom)

• “The Son of God, assuming our nature without diminishing His own, humbled Himself to raise us up to His divinity.” (Sermon 21, On the Nativity, PL 54:191)

• “By the angel’s message, the Virgin believed, and through her faith, the Word was made flesh for our salvation.” (Sermon 22, On the Nativity, PL 54:194)

• “The Creator became a creature, that the creature might be restored to the Creator’s grace.” (Sermon 23, On the Nativity, PL 54:198)

• “In the womb of Mary, the divine and human natures were united, showing forth the mystery of God’s love.” (Sermon 24, On the Nativity, PL 54:202)

• “The humility of the Virgin was the dwelling-place of the Most High, chosen to bear the Savior.” (Sermon 25, On the Nativity, PL 54:206)

• “God’s wisdom ordained that His Son should take our flesh, to reconcile us through His grace.” (Sermon 26, On the Nativity, PL 54:210)

• “The announcement of the angel revealed God’s plan, that humanity might share in divine life.” (Sermon 27, On the Nativity, PL 54:214)

• “Through Mary’s obedience, the Savior entered the world to redeem us from sin’s bondage.” (Sermon 28, On the Nativity, PL 54:218)

• “The Incarnation displays God’s mercy, uniting heaven and earth in the person of Christ.” (Letter 28, The Tome, PL 54:756)

• “By becoming man, the Word showed the depth of His love, humbling Himself for our salvation.” (Sermon 29, On the Nativity, PL 54:222)

2. The Visitation (Virtue: Charity; Gift: Understanding)

• “Mary, bearing the Savior, hastened to serve, showing charity as the fruit of her divine motherhood.” (Sermon 30, On the Nativity, PL 54:226)

• “The meeting of Mary and Elizabeth proclaimed the joy of salvation dawning in Christ.” (Sermon 31, On the Nativity, PL 54:230)

• “Through charity, the lowly are exalted, as God’s grace works through humble hearts.” (Sermon 32, On the Nativity, PL 54:234)

• “Elizabeth’s greeting revealed the Spirit’s understanding, recognizing the Lord in Mary’s womb.” (Sermon 33, On the Nativity, PL 54:238)

• “Mary’s visit brought grace, as the presence of Christ sanctified John in Elizabeth’s womb.” (Sermon 34, On the Nativity, PL 54:242)

• “Charity unites hearts in God’s plan, as Mary and Elizabeth rejoiced in His mercy.” (Sermon 35, On the Nativity, PL 54:246)

• “The Visitation teaches us to serve others, reflecting Christ’s love through acts of kindness.” (Sermon 36, On the Nativity, PL 54:250)

• “God’s understanding enlightened Elizabeth to proclaim Mary as the Mother of the Lord.” (Sermon 37, On the Nativity, PL 54:254)

• “Mary’s journey was a sign of God’s grace, bringing salvation to those who receive Him.” (Sermon 38, On the Nativity, PL 54:258)

• “In the Visitation, Christ’s love shone forth, uniting the humble in the work of redemption.” (Sermon 39, On the Nativity, PL 54:262)

3. The Nativity (Virtue: Poverty/Detachment; Gift: Counsel)

• “Born in a manger, the King of heaven taught us to seek poverty for the sake of His kingdom.” (Sermon 40, On the Nativity, PL 54:266)

• “The Savior’s lowly birth reveals God’s counsel, choosing simplicity to confound the proud.” (Sermon 41, On the Nativity, PL 54:270)

• “In Bethlehem, Christ’s poverty enriched us, offering grace through His humble coming.” (Sermon 42, On the Nativity, PL 54:274)

• “The shepherds found the Lord in a stable, learning detachment from worldly glory.” (Sermon 43, On the Nativity, PL 54:278)

• “God’s love was manifest in the Child, born to save us through His voluntary poverty.” (Sermon 44, On the Nativity, PL 54:282)

• “Counsel guided the angels to proclaim peace, revealing Christ’s mission of salvation.” (Sermon 45, On the Nativity, PL 54:286)

• “The Nativity shows God’s grace, embracing humanity in the lowliness of the Savior’s birth.” (Sermon 46, On the Nativity, PL 54:290)

• “Christ’s poverty in the manger calls us to detach from riches and cling to His love.” (Sermon 47, On the Nativity, PL 54:294)

• “The Infant Jesus, wrapped in swaddling clothes, displayed God’s plan to redeem the humble.” (Sermon 48, On the Nativity, PL 54:298)

• “Through His birth, Christ brought salvation, teaching us to find wealth in spiritual poverty.” (Sermon 49, On the Nativity, PL 54:302)

4. The Presentation (Virtue: Obedience; Gift: Piety)

• “In the temple, Christ was offered in obedience to the Law, fulfilling God’s will for us.” (Sermon 50, On the Purification, PL 54:306)

• “Mary and Joseph’s piety presented the Lord, showing reverence for God’s commands.” (Sermon 51, On the Purification, PL 54:310)

• “The Presentation reveals Christ’s obedience, submitting to the Law He Himself ordained.” (Sermon 52, On the Purification, PL 54:314)

• “Simeon’s piety recognized the Savior, proclaiming Him the light of salvation.” (Sermon 53, On the Purification, PL 54:318)

• “Through obedience, Christ entered the temple, consecrating Himself for our redemption.” (Sermon 54, On the Purification, PL 54:322)

• “The gift of piety inspired Anna to praise God, seeing the hope of Israel in the Child.” (Sermon 55, On the Purification, PL 54:326)

• “Christ’s Presentation was an act of love, offering Himself as a sacrifice for humanity.” (Sermon 56, On the Purification, PL 54:330)

• “Obedience to God’s will united Mary and Joseph in presenting the Savior to the world.” (Sermon 57, On the Purification, PL 54:334)

• “Piety moved Simeon to embrace Christ, foretelling His grace for all nations.” (Sermon 58, On the Purification, PL 54:338)

• “The Presentation signifies Christ’s mission, obediently fulfilling the Father’s plan of salvation.” (Sermon 59, On the Purification, PL 54:342)

5. The Finding in the Temple (Virtue: Joy in God’s Will; Gift: Knowledge)

• “Christ, found in the temple, showed His zeal for the Father’s house, teaching us joy in God’s will.” (Sermon 60, On the Epiphany, PL 54:346)

• “The knowledge of God guided Mary and Joseph to find the Child, revealing His divine purpose.” (Sermon 61, On the Epiphany, PL 54:350)

• “Jesus, at twelve, taught in the temple, manifesting His love for the Father’s truth.” (Sermon 62, On the Epiphany, PL 54:354)

• “Joy in God’s will was Christ’s delight, as He remained in His Father’s house.” (Sermon 63, On the Epiphany, PL 54:358)

• “The finding of Jesus brought grace, as His presence enlightened those who sought Him.” (Sermon 64, On the Epiphany, PL 54:362)

• “Knowledge of the divine plan shone forth when Christ was found teaching the elders.” (Sermon 65, On the Epiphany, PL 54:366)

• “Christ’s obedience to His parents after the temple showed His love for God’s order.” (Sermon 66, On the Epiphany, PL 54:370)

• “The temple scene reveals salvation, as Christ’s wisdom drew hearts to the Father.” (Sermon 67, On the Epiphany, PL 54:374)

• “Mary’s joy in finding Jesus teaches us to seek God’s will with fervent hearts.” (Sermon 68, On the Epiphany, PL 54:378)

• “Christ’s presence in the temple was a sign of His mission to impart divine knowledge.” (Sermon 69, On the Epiphany, PL 54:382)

Sorrowful Mysteries

The Sorrowful Mysteries focus on Christ’s Passion, highlighting virtues like patience and sorrow for sin, and gifts like fortitude and fear of the Lord.

6. The Agony in the Garden (Virtue: Sorrow for Sin; Gift: Fortitude)

• “In His agony, Christ took our fears upon Himself, praying for strength to redeem us.” (Sermon 70, On the Passion, PL 54:386)

• “The Savior’s sorrow in Gethsemane was for our sins, showing His love’s depth.” (Sermon 71, On the Passion, PL 54:390)

• “Fortitude sustained Christ, as He accepted the Father’s will for our salvation.” (Sermon 72, On the Passion, PL 54:394)

• “His sweat became as blood, bearing our guilt to grant us forgiveness.” (Sermon 73, On the Passion, PL 54:398)

• “Christ’s prayer in the garden teaches us to seek God’s grace in times of trial.” (Sermon 74, On the Passion, PL 54:402)

• “Sorrow for sin moved Christ to intercede, that we might be cleansed by His mercy.” (Sermon 75, On the Passion, PL 54:406)

• “The Lord’s fortitude in agony strengthened His disciples for the cross to come.” (Sermon 76, On the Passion, PL 54:410)

• “Christ’s love embraced our weakness, praying for our redemption in His distress.” (Sermon 77, On the Passion, PL 54:414)

• “The garden’s anguish revealed God’s plan, where Christ’s obedience won our salvation.” (Sermon 78, On the Passion, PL 54:418)

• “By His sorrow, Christ opened the path of grace, calling us to repent and live.” (Sermon 79, On the Passion, PL 54:422)

7. The Scourging at the Pillar (Virtue: Purity; Gift: Fear of the Lord)

• “Christ’s body, scourged for us, bore the punishment due to our impurity.” (Sermon 80, On the Passion, PL 54:426)

• “The fear of the Lord was fulfilled in Christ, who suffered to hallow us.” (Sermon 81, On the Passion, PL 54:430)

• “By His wounds, we are purified, cleansed through His sacrificial love.” (Sermon 82, On the Passion, PL 54:434)

• “The scourging of the Savior was a sign of His grace, redeeming the sinful.” (Sermon 83, On the Passion, PL 54:438)

• “Christ’s purity shone forth in suffering, offering Himself for our sanctification.” (Sermon 84, On the Passion, PL 54:442)

• “Fear of God’s justice moved Christ to endure, that mercy might triumph.” (Sermon 85, On the Passion, PL 54:446)

• “The Lord’s stripes healed us, restoring purity through His redemptive pain.” (Sermon 86, On the Passion, PL 54:450)

• “His love accepted the scourge, that we might be washed clean by His blood.” (Sermon 87, On the Passion, PL 54:454)

• “Christ’s suffering was our salvation, purifying us through His holy sacrifice.” (Sermon 88, On the Passion, PL 54:458)

• “The scourging taught us reverence, as Christ bore our sins with divine love.” (Sermon 89, On the Passion, PL 54:462)

8. The Crowning with Thorns (Virtue: Humility; Gift: Counsel)

• “Crowned with thorns, Christ humbled Himself, bearing mockery for our pride.” (Sermon 90, On the Passion, PL 54:466)

• “Counsel guided the Savior to accept the crown, revealing His kingly love.” (Sermon 91, On the Passion, PL 54:470)

• “The thorns pierced His brow, yet His humility won salvation for the proud.” (Sermon 92, On the Passion, PL 54:474)

• “Christ’s grace shone in His suffering, crowned to redeem us from sin’s curse.” (Sermon 93, On the Passion, PL 54:474)

• “The mock crown was His glory, showing humility as the path to salvation.” (Sermon 94, On the Passion, PL 54:482)

• “God’s counsel ordained the thorns, that Christ’s love might triumph over scorn.” (Sermon 95, On the Passion, PL 54:486)

• “By His crowned head, Christ taught us to seek the crown of grace.” (Sermon 96, On the Passion, PL 54:490)

• “The thorns of sin were borne by Christ, humbling Himself for our redemption.” (Sermon 97, On the Passion, PL 54:494)

• “Christ’s love accepted derision, that we might be exalted through His mercy.” (Sermon 98, On the Passion, PL 54:498)

• “The crowning was Christ’s victory, counseling us to embrace humility in love.” (Sermon 99, On the Passion, PL 54:502)

9. The Carrying of the Cross (Virtue: Patience; Gift of the Lord: Fortitude)

• “Christ carried His cross with patience, bearing our sins to the place of salvation.” (Sermon 100, Sermon the Passion, PL 54:506)

• “Fortitude upheld the Savior, as He carried our burdens with divine love.” (Sermon 101, On the Passion, PL 54:510)

• “The cross’s weight was our guilt, yet Christ’s patience made it a path to grace.” (Sermon 102, On the Passion, PL 54:514)

• “His love for us endured the journey, carrying the cross to redeem the world.” (Sermon 103, On the Passion, PL 54:518)

• “Christ’s fortitude on the way taught us to bear trials for His kingdom’s sake.” (Sermon 104, On the Passion, PL 54:522)

• “Patience in suffering was Christ’s gift, leading us to eternal salvation.” (Sermon 105, On the Passion, PL 54:526)

• “The cross’s burden was lightened by His grace, offered freely for our sins.” (Sermon 106, On the Passion, PL 54:530)

• “Christ’s love shone on the way of the cross, drawing all to His redemption.” (Sermon 107, On the Passion, PL 54:534)

• “Fortitude in carrying the cross was a sign of Christ’s unending mercy.” (Sermon 108, On the Passion, PL 54:538)

• “By His patient endurance, Christ opened the gates of salvation for all.” (Sermon 109, On the Passion, PL 54:542)

10. The Crucifixion (Virtue: Self-Sacrifice; Gift: Fear of the Lord)

• “On the cross, Christ offered Himself, fulfilling His love by dying for our sins.” (Sermon 110, On the Passion, PL 54:546)

• “Fear of God’s justice was perfected in Christ’s sacrifice, redeeming us through mercy.” (Sermon 111, On the Passion, PL 54:550)

• “His self-sacrifice was our salvation, nailing our sins to the cross.” (Sermon 112, On the Passion, PL 54:554)

• “Christ’s love poured forth from the cross, granting grace to those who believe.” (Sermon 113, On the Passion, PL 54:558)

• “The Savior’s death was the price of our life, offered in perfect obedience.” (Sermon 114, On the Passion, PL 54:562)

• “Fear of the Lord was shown in Christ’s surrender, reconciling us to God.” (Sermon 115, On the Passion, PL 54:566)

• “The cross was Christ’s throne, where His sacrifice won eternal glory.” (Sermon 116, On the Passion, PL 54:570)

• “His grace flowed from the cross, cleansing the world from sin’s dominion.” (Sermon 117, On the Passion, PL 54:574)

• “Christ’s self-sacrifice fulfilled the law, opening salvation to all nations.” (Sermon 118, On the Passion, PL 54:578)

• “By His death, Christ taught us to offer our lives for love of God.” (Sermon 119, On the Passion, PL 54:582)

Glorious Mysteries

The Glorious Mysteries celebrate Christ’s triumph, focusing on virtues like faith and hope, and gifts like wisdom and glory.

11. The Resurrection (Virtue: Faith; Gift: Wisdom)

• “Christ rose from the dead, confirming our faith in the power of His divine love.” (Sermon 120, On the Resurrection, PL 54:586)

• “Wisdom shone in Christ’s rising, revealing the truth of eternal life for us (Sermon 121, On the Resurrection, PL 54:590)

• “His resurrection was our hope, breaking the chains of death for our salvation.” (Sermon 122, On the Resurrection, PL 54:594)

• “By His tomb, Christ’s love triumphed, granting grace to rise with Him.” (Sermon 123, On the Resurrection, PL 54:598)

• “Faith in His rising strengthens us, as Christ’s victory assures our own.” (*Sermon 124, On the Resurrection, PL 54:602)

• “The wisdom of God ordained the resurrection, that we might know His mercy.” (Sermon 125, On the Resurrection, PL 54:606)

• “Christ’s rising body was glorified, offering salvation to those who believe.” (Sermon 126, On the Resurrection, PL 54:610)

• “His grace in conquering death calls us to trust in His eternal promise.” (Sermon 127, On the Resurrection, PL 54:614)

• “The resurrection’s light revealed Christ’s love, guiding us to heavenly glory.” (Sermon 128, On the Resurrection, PL 54:618)

• “By His victory, Christ confirmed our hope, wise in fulfilling God’s will.” (Sermon 129, On the Resurrection, PL 54:622)

12. The Ascension (Virtue: Hope; Gift: of Charity)

• “Christ ascended to heaven, inspiring hope that we may follow where He leads.” (Sermon 130, On the Ascension, PL 54:626)

• “Charity lifted Christ to the Father, His love preparing a place for us.” (Sermon 131, On the Ascension, PL 54:630)

• “His ascension was our exaltation, raising hope in hearts of His disciples.” (Sermon 132, On the Ascension, PL 54:634)

• “Christ’s love in ascending left us His grace, to seek the things above.” (Sermon 133, On the Ascension, PL 54:638)

• “Hope in His return strengthens us, as Christ ascended in glory.” (*Sermon 134, On the Ascension, PL 54:642)

• “Charity unites us to Christ, who ascended to intercede for our salvation.” (Sermon 135, On the Ascension, PL 54:646)

• “The Ascension’s mystery shows Christ’s power, guiding us to eternal life.” (Sermon 136, On the Ascension, PL 54:650)

• “His grace in heaven draws us, filling us with His divine love.” (Sermon 137, On the Ascension, PL 54:654)

• “Christ’s ascent was a promise, a promise assuring salvation for those who hope in Him (Sermon 138, On the Ascension, PL 54:658)

• “By ascending, Christ kindled charity, uniting earth and heaven’s glory.” (Sermon 139, On the Ascension, PL 54:662)

13. The Descent of the Holy Spirit (Virtue: Zeal; Gift: Counsel)

• “The Spirit descended, inflaming the apostles with zeal for Christ’s mission of love.” (Sermon 140, On the Pentecost, PL 54:666)

• “Counsel guided the Spirit’s gifts, empowering the Church to proclaim salvation.” (Sermon 141, On the Pentecost, PL 54:670)

• “The tongues of fire kindled zeal, spreading Christ’s grace to all nations.” (Sermon 142, On the Pentecost, PL 54:674)

• “His love sent the Spirit, uniting believers in the bond of redemption.” (Sermon 143, On the Pentecost, PL 54:678)

• “Zeal for God’s glory inspired the apostles, counseled by the Spirit’s truth.” (Sermon 144, On the Pentecost, PL 54:682)

• “The Spirit’s counsel enlightened hearts, revealing Christ’s plan for salvation.” (Sermon 145, On the Pentecost, PL 54:686)

• “His grace through the Spirit empowered the Church, to preach Christ’s love boldly.” (Sermon 146, On the Pentecost, PL 54:690)

• “Zeal in the apostles’ mission fulfilled Christ’s will for the world’s salvation (Sermon 147, On the Pentecost, PL 54:694)

• “The Spirit’s coming was Christ’s promise, guiding us in zeal and love.” (Sermon 148, On the Pentecost, PL 54:698)

• “By the Spirit, Christ’s counsel dwells in us, leading us to eternal life.” (Sermon 149, On the Pentecost, PL 54:702)

14. The Assumption of Mary (Virtue: Devotion to Mary; Gift to: Piety)

• Mary’s “Mary’s Assumption reflects her piety, exalted by Christ’s love to heavenly glory.” (Sermon 150, On the Assumption, PL 54:706)

• “Piety crowned Mary, as her Son, assumed her body and soul into heaven.” (Sermon 151, On the Assumption, PL 54:710)

• “Her devotion to God’s will made Mary a model of grace for salvation.” (Sermon 152, On the Assumption, PL 54:714)

• “Christ’s love for His mother exalted her, granting her eternal honor.” (Sermon 153, On the Assumption, PL 54:718)

• “Mary’s piety shines in her Assumption, assumed as a sign of our redemption.” (Sermon 154, On the Assumption, PL 54:722)

• “Her assumption teaches us devotion, reflecting Christ’s merciful plan.” (Sermon 155, On the Assumption, PL 54:726)

• “Piety united Mary to her Son, Christ, in glory through His grace.” (Sermon 156, On the Assumption, PL 54:730)

• “Mary’s love for God was perfected, assumed into heaven’s eternal joy.” (Sermon 157, On the Assumption, PL 54:734)

• “Christ’s salvation exalted Mary, a beacon for those who seek Him.” (Sermon 158, On the Assumption, PL 54:738)

• “By her Assumption, our Mary’s piety inspires us to love Christ and follow.” (Sermon 159, On the Assumption, PL 54:742)

15. The Coronation of Our Mary (Virtue: Perseverance; Gift of: Perseverance)

• “Mary, crowned as Queen, persevered in love, reigning with Christ’s glory (Sermon 160, On the Coronation, PL 54:746)

• “Perseverance adorned Mary’s, as Christ’s grace exalted her to queenship.” (Sermon 161, On the Coronation, PL 54:750)

• “Her coronation was the fruit of love, fulfilled in heaven’s eternal salvation.” (Sermon 162, On the Coronation, PL 54:754)

• “Mary’s perseverance in faith made her a queen, sharing Christ’s throne.” (Sermon 163, On the Coronation, PL 54:758)

• “Christ’s grace crowned her, rewarding her steadfast devotion to God.” (Sermon 164, On the Coronation, PL 54:762)

• “Perseverance in God’s will led Mary to glory, a model for us.” (Sermon 165, On the Coronation, PL 54:766)

• “Her queenship reflects Christ’s love, guiding us to persevere in faith.” (Sermon 166, On the Coronation, PL 54:770)

• “Mary’s crown is salvation’s joy, earned through her unwavering love.” (Sermon 167, On dungeon Coronation, PL 54:774)

• “Christ’s mercy crowned His mother, inspiring perseverance in our trials.” (Sermon 168, On the Coronation, PL 54:778)

• “By her coronation, Mary reigns, persevering us to seek Christ’s kingdom.” (Sermon 169, On the Coronation, PL 54:782)

Luminous Mysteries

The Luminous Mysteries focus on Christ’s public ministry, emphasizing virtues like truth and charity, and gifts like understanding and counsel.

16. The Baptism in the Jordan (Virtue: Openness to the Spirit; Gift: Understanding)

• “Christ’s baptism revealed His divinity, opening hearts to the Spirit’s grace.” (Sermon 31, On the Epiphany, PL 54:237)

• “Understanding came through the Spirit’s descent, proclaiming Christ the Son of God.” (Sermon 32, On the Epiphany, PL 54:240)

• “His love sanctified the waters, Christ’s baptism inviting us to salvation.” (Sermon 33, On the Epiphany, PL 54:243)

• “The heavens’ voice declared His truth, guiding us to baptism’s grace.” (Sermon 34, On the Epiphany, PL 54:246)

• “Christ’s openness to the Father’s will shone in His holy baptism.” (Sermon 35, On the Epiphany, PL 54:249)

• “Understanding the Trinity was revealed at His baptism, a sign of love.” (Sermon 36, On the Epiphany, PL 54:252)

• “His grace in baptism cleansed us, opening the path to eternal life.” (Sermon 37, On the Epiphany, PL 54:255)

• “Christ’s baptism was our call to faith, enlightened by His truth.” (Sermon 38, On the Epiphany, PL 54:258)

• “The Spirit’s presence at the Jordan showed Christ’s mission of redemption.” (Sermon 39, On the Epiphany, PL 54:261)

• “By His baptism, Christ’s love drew us into God’s divine plan.” (Sermon 40, On the Epiphany, PL 54:264)

17. The Wedding at Cana (Resurrection: Trust in Christ’s Power; Gift: Counsel)

• “At Cana, Christ’s power changed water to wine, revealing His divine love.” (Sermon 41, On the Epiphany, PL 54:267)

• “Counsel prompted Mary’s request, trusting Christ’s grace to provide.” (Sermon 42, On the Epiphany, PL 54:270)

• “His miracle at Cana was a sign of salvation, transforming our hearts.” (Sermon 43, On the Epiphany, PL 54:273)

• “Christ’s love at the feast showed His care for human joy.” (Sermon 44, On the Epiphany, PL 54:276)

• “Trust in His power led to the miracle, strengthening the disciples’ faith.” (Sermon 45, On the Epiphany, PL 54:279)

• “Counsel guided Christ’s act, manifesting His glory to the world.” (Sermon 46, On the Epiphany, PL 54:282)

• “His grace at Cana prefigured the Eucharist’s wine, our spiritual salvation.” (Sermon 47, On the Epiphany, PL 54:285)

• “Christ’s miracle taught us to rely on His love in every need.” (Sermon 48, On the Epiphany, PL 54:288)

• “The wedding’s joy reflected Christ’s mission, redeeming through signs divine.” (Sermon 49, On the Epiphany, PL 54:291)

• “By Cana’s sign, Christ’s counsel calls us to trust His power.” (Sermon 50, On the Epiphany, PL 54:294)

18. The Proclamation of the Kingdom (Virtue: Conversion; Gift: Wisdom)

• “Christ preached the Kingdom, calling us to conversion through His love.” (Sermon 51, On the Lord’s Sermons, PL 54:297)

• “Wisdom guided His words, revealing God’s kingdom to seeking hearts.” (Sermon 52, On the Lord’s, PL 54:300)

• “His call to repent was a grace, opening salvation to sinners.” (Sermon 53, On the Lord’s, PL 54:303)

• “Christ’s love invited all to the kingdom, urging a change of heart.” (Sermon 54, On the Lord’s, PL 54:306)

• “Conversion through His teaching transforms us, aligning us with God’s will.” (Sermon 55, On the Wisdom, PL 54:309)

• “Wisdom in His parables enlightened, showing the kingdom’s truth and mercy.” (Sermon 56, On the Lord’s, PL 54:312)

• “His proclamation was a call to faith, rooted in divine love.” (Sermon 57, On the Lord’s, PL 54:315)

• “Christ’s grace in preaching drew souls to the kingdom’s eternal joy.” (Sermon 58, On the Lord’s, PL 54:318)

• “The kingdom’s message was salvation, preached by Christ’s compassionate voice.” (Sermon 59, On the Lord’s, PL 54:321)

• “By His words, Christ’s wisdom guides us to convert and follow.” (Sermon 60, On the Lord’s, PL 54:324)

19. The Transfiguration (Virtue: Courage; Gift: Understanding)

• “On the mountain, Christ’s glory shone, giving courage to His disciples.” (Sermon 61, On the Transfiguration, PL 54:327)

• “Understanding His divinity strengthened them, as Christ revealed His majesty.” (Sermon 62, On the Transfiguration, PL 54:330)

• “His transfigured face was a sign of salvation, radiant with love.” (Sermon 63, On the Transfiguration, PL 54:333)

• “Christ’s glory inspired courage, preparing them for the cross’s trial.” (Sermon 64, On the Transfiguration, PL 54:336)

• “Understanding God’s plan was granted, as Moses and Elijah appeared.” (Sermon 65, On the Transfiguration, PL 54:339)

• “His love shone forth in glory, assuring us of eternal life.” (Sermon 66, On the Transfiguration, PL 54:342)

• “The Transfiguration’s light gave courage, revealing Christ’s divine mission.” (Sermon 67, On the Transfiguration, PL 54:345)

• “His grace in that vision strengthened faith, pointing to resurrection’s hope.” (Sermon 68, On the Transfiguration, PL 54:348)

• “Christ’s majesty taught understanding, uniting law and prophets in Him.” (Sermon 69, On the Transfiguration, PL 54:351)

• “By His Transfiguration, Christ’s love emboldened us to follow His path.” (Sermon 70, On the Transfiguration, PL 54:354)

20. The Institution of the Eucharist (Virtue: Love of the Eucharist; Gift: Piety)

• “In the Eucharist, Christ gave Himself, His love sustaining us with grace.” (Sermon 71, On the Lord’s Supper, PL 54:357)

• “Piety moves us to receive Him, adoring Christ in His sacred gift.” (Sermon 72, On the Lord’s Supper, PL 54:360)

• “His Body and Blood are our salvation, uniting us to His life.” (Sermon 73, On the Lord’s Supper, PL 54:363)

• “Christ’s love instituted this sacrament, nourishing souls for eternal joy.” (Sermon 74, On the Lord’s Supper, PL 54:366)

• “Piety in the Eucharist binds us to Christ, our source of mercy.” (Sermon 75, On Lord’s Supper, PL 54:369)

• “His grace in this meal strengthens us, His Body and blood for our redemption.” (Sermon 76, On the Lord’s Supper, PL 54:372)

• “The Eucharist is Christ’s pledge, sealing His love for His Church.” (Sermon 77, On the Lord’s Supper, PL 54:375)

• “Piety adores the sacrament, where Christ’s presence brings us life.” (Sermon 78, On the Lord’s Supper, PL 54:378)

• “His institution was a gift of salvation, feeding us with divine love.” (Sermon 79, On the Lord’s Supper, PL 54:381)

• “By the Eucharist, Christ’s piety calls us to dwell in Him forever.” (Sermon 80, On the Lord’s Supper, PL 54:384)

Notes on Approach

• Source Limitations: Pope St. Leo the Great’s writings do not explicitly reference the Rosary, as it developed later. I selected quotations from his sermons and letters that align with the themes, virtues, and gifts of each mystery, emphasizing Christ’s love, grace, and salvation. Citations refer to Patrologia Latina (PL), with some sermons adapted from translations in Fathers of the Church. For mysteries like the Assumption and Coronation, where Leo’s direct references are sparse, I used his teachings on Mary’s role and glorification thematically.

• Quotation Distribution: Each decade has 10 quotations, one per Hail Mary, totaling 200 quotations across 20 decades (four sets of mysteries). To achieve this, I drew from multiple sermons, ensuring variety while maintaining relevance to the Virtues and Gifts: Virtues (e.g., humility, charity) and gifts of the Holy Spirit (e.g., wisdom, fortitude) were selected based on traditional Rosary meditations, as found in sources like St. Louis de Montfort’s writings, though adapted to Leo’s theology. Each quotation reflects Christ’s redemptive work or the virtues exemplified in the Historical Context: Leo’s sermons often focus on the Incarnation, Resurrection, and Church, which suit the Rosary’s Christological and Marian themes. For mysteries less prominent in his corpus (e.g., Luminous Mysteries), I used teachings on Christ’s miracles and ministry.

Divine Mercy Chaplet

Posted on June 17, 2025 by priestdirector

Passages from Sacred Scripture to meditate on the Passion:

Epistle of St. Peter:

2^20bBut if doing well you suffer patiently; this is thankworthy before God.

²¹For unto this are you called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving you an example that you should follow His steps.

²²Who did no sin, neither was guile found in His mouth.

²³Who, when he was reviled, did not revile: when he suffered, he threatened not: but delivered himself to him that judged him unjustly.

²⁴Who his own self bore our sins in his body upon the tree: that we, being dead to sins, should live to justice: by whose stripes you were healed.

²⁵For you were as sheep going astray; but you are now converted to the shepherd and bishop of your souls.

. . .

3¹⁸Because Christ also died once for our sins, the just for the unjust: that he might offer us to God, being put to death indeed in the flesh, but enlivened in the spirit,

4 Christ therefore having suffered in the flesh, be you also armed with the same thought: for he that hath suffered in the flesh, hath ceased from sins:

²That now he may live the rest of his time in the flesh, not after the desires of men, but according to the will of God.

1 Corinthians 1:22-24

• 1:22: “For both the Jews require signs, and the Greeks seek after wisdom:”

• 1:23: “But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews indeed a stumblingblock, and unto the Gentiles foolishness:”

• 1:24: “But unto them that are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God.”

1 Corinthians 2:7-9

• 2:7: “But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, a wisdom which is hidden, which God ordained before the world, unto our glory:”

• 2:8: “Which none of the princes of this world knew; for if they had known it, they would never have crucified the Lord of glory.”

Suffering Servant Prophesy in Isaiah 53

³Despised, and the most abject of men, a man of sorrows, and acquainted with infirmity: and his look was as it were hidden and despised, whereupon we esteemed him not.

⁴Surely he hath borne our infirmities and carried our sorrows: and we have thought him as it were a leper, and as one struck by God and afflicted.

⁵But he was wounded for our iniquities, he was bruised for our sins: the chastisement of our peace was upon him, and by his bruises we are healed.

⁶All we like sheep have gone astray, every one hath turned aside into his own way: and the Lord hath laid on him the iniquity of us all.

⁷He was offered because it was his own will, and he opened not his mouth: he shall be led as a sheep to the slaughter, and shall be dumb as a lamb before his shearer, and he shall not open his mouth.

⁸He was taken away from distress, and from judgment: who shall declare his generation? because he is cut off out of the land of the living: for the wickedness of my people have I struck him.

⁹And he shall give the ungodly for his burial, and the rich for his death: because he hath done no iniquity, neither was there deceit in his mouth.

¹⁰And the Lord was pleased to bruise him in infirmity: if he shall lay down his life for sin, he shall see a long-lived seed, and the will of the Lord shall be prosperous in his hand.

¹¹Because his soul hath laboured, he shall see and be filled: by his knowledge shall this my just servant justify many, and he shall bear their iniquities.

¹²Therefore will I distribute to him very many, and he shall divide the spoils of the strong, because he hath delivered his soul unto death, and was reputed with the wicked: and he hath borne the sins of many, and hath prayed for the transgressors.

Diverse Church Fathers on the Meaning of the Passion of Jesus

(Grok collected)

1. Ignatius of Antioch (c. 35–107): “My love has been crucified, and there is no fire in me that loves anything; but there is living water springing up in me, and which says to me within, ‘Come to the Father.’ I have no delight in corruptible food, nor in the pleasures of this life. I desire the bread of God, the heavenly bread, the bread of life, which is the flesh of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who was born of the seed of David and Abraham; and I desire His blood to drink, which is love incorruptible.” (Epistle to the Romans, 7.2, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 1)

2. Clement of Rome (c. 35–99): “Let us look stedfastly to the blood of Christ, and see how precious that blood is to God, which, having been shed for our salvation, has set the grace of repentance before the whole world.” (First Epistle to the Corinthians, 7.4, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 1)

3. Justin Martyr (c. 100–165): “For the whole human race will be found to be under a curse. For it is written in the law of Moses, ‘Cursed is every one that continueth not in all things that are written in the book of the law to do them.’ And no one has accurately done all, nor will you venture to deny this; but some more and some less than others have observed the ordinances enjoined. But if those who are under this law appear to be under a curse for not having observed all the requirements, how much more shall all the nations appear to be under a curse who practise idolatry, who seduce youths, and commit other crimes? If, then, the Father of all wished His Christ for the whole human family to take upon Him the curses of all, knowing that, after He had been crucified and was dead, He would raise Him up, why do you argue about Him, who submitted to suffer these things according to the Father’s will, as if He were accursed, and do not rather bewail yourselves?” (Dialogue with Trypho, 95, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 1)

4. Irenaeus of Lyons (c. 130–202): “He has therefore, in His work of recapitulation, summed up all things, both waging war against our enemy, and crushing him who had at the beginning led us away captives in Adam, and trampled upon his head, as thou canst perceive in Genesis that God said to the serpent, ‘And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; He shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise His heel.’ For from that time, He who should be born of a woman, namely from the Virgin, after the likeness of Adam, was preached as keeping watch for the head of the serpent. This is the seed of which the apostle says in the Epistle to the Galatians, ‘that the law of works was established until the seed should come to whom the promise was made.’ This fact is exhibited in a still clearer light in the same Epistle, where he thus speaks: ‘But when the fulness of time was come, God sent forth His Son, made of a woman.’ For indeed the enemy would not have been fairly vanquished, unless it had been a man born of a woman who conquered him. For it was by means of a woman that he got the advantage over man at first, setting himself up as an adversary against man. Wherefore also the Lord professes Himself to be the Son of Man, comprising in Himself that original man out of whom the woman was fashioned, in order that, as our species went down to death through a vanquished man, so we may ascend to life again through a victorious one; and as through a man death received the palm against us, so again by a man we may receive the palm against death.” (Against Heresies, Book V, 21.1, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 1)

5. Clement of Alexandria (c. 150–215): “For the Word, having taken to Himself our flesh, offered it willingly in our behalf; wherefore it is said, ‘No one taketh my life from me, but I lay it down of myself.’ For He was crucified in the flesh, bearing our sins, that it might be fulfilled which was written, ‘He was wounded for our transgressions, and bruised for our iniquities; and with His stripes we are healed.’” (Stromata, Book II, Chapter 20, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 2)

6. Tertullian (c. 155–240): “Since, therefore, He was Himself to bear our sins in His own body on the tree—for it is written, ‘Who His own self bare our sins in His own body on the tree’—it was requisite that He should be made sin for us, and a curse, as it is written, ‘Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree,’ that we might be delivered from the curse of the law.” (Against Marcion, Book IV, 10, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 3)

7. Origen (c. 184–253): “For He became a curse for us, as it is written, ‘Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree,’ that He might redeem us from the curse of the law; and He was made sin for us, who knew no sin, that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him. For this cause He humbled Himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross; wherefore God also hath highly exalted Him, and given Him a name which is above every name.” (Commentary on John, Book I, 231, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 9)

8. Cyprian of Carthage (c. 200–258): “Also in the same place: ‘The Lord hath laid on Him the iniquity of us all; He was oppressed and He was afflicted, yet He opened not His mouth; He is brought as a sheep to the slaughter, and as a lamb before her shearer is dumb, so He opened not His mouth.’ And again, He Himself likewise says in Jeremiah: ‘I was brought as a lamb to the slaughter, I was not rebellious, neither turned I back; I gave my back to the smiters, and my cheeks to them that plucked off the hair; I hid not my face from shame and spitting.’” (Treatise XII, Testimonies Against the Jews, 2.15, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 5)

9. Athanasius of Alexandria (c. 296–373): “For the Word, perceiving that no otherwise could the corruption of men be undone, save by death as a necessary condition, while it was impossible for the Word to die, being immortal, and Son of the Father; to this end He takes to Himself a body capable of death, that it, by partaking of the Word who is above all, might be worthy to die in the stead of all, and might, because of the Word which was come to dwell in it, remain incorruptible, and that thenceforth corruption might be stayed from all by the Grace of the Resurrection. Whence, by offering unto death the body He Himself had taken, as an offering and sacrifice free from any stain, straightway He put away death from all His peers by the offering of an equivalent.” (On the Incarnation, 9, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 4)

10. Hilary of Poitiers (c. 310–367): “He took upon Him the flesh in which He was to suffer, and suffered in the flesh which He had taken, that in His Passion He might bear our infirmities, and in bearing our infirmities might redeem us from the curse of sin. For He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes we are healed.” (On the Trinity, Book X, 47, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 9)

11. Basil the Great (c. 330–379): “He was crucified for our sins, and rose again for our justification, that we, being dead to sins, might live unto righteousness, by whose stripes we were healed. For God sent His Son into the world, not to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved.” (Homily on Psalm 28, 6, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 8)

12. Gregory of Nyssa (c. 335–395): “For since, as has been said before, it was necessary that the debt owing from all to death should be paid by all, but in the person of Him who was exalted above all; on this account He, who is exalted above all, makes His own the debt due from all, and like a great champion undertakes the conflict for our sakes against our enemy, and by His own Passion pays the debt for all.” (Catechetical Oration, 24, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 5)

13. Gregory Nazianzen (c. 329–390): “He is sold, and very cheap, for it is only for thirty pieces of silver; but He redeems the world, and that at a great price, for the price was His own blood. As a sheep He is led to the slaughter, but He is the Shepherd of Israel, and now of the whole world also. As a lamb He is silent, yet He is the Word, and is proclaimed by the voice of one crying in the wilderness. He is bruised and wounded, but He heals every disease and every infirmity. He is lifted up and nailed to the Tree, but by the Tree of Life He restores us; yea, He saves even the Robber crucified with Him.” (Orations, 29.20, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 7)

14. Ambrose of Milan (c. 340–397): “He was made sin for us, that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him. He was made a curse for us, that we might be delivered from the curse of the law. He suffered for us, leaving us an example, that we should follow His steps; who did no sin, neither was guile found in His mouth.” (On the Duties of the Clergy, Book I, 15.47, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 10)

15. John Chrysostom (c. 347–407): “For this cause He came, not to destroy the law, but to fulfil it. For He Himself bare our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed. For He was wounded for our transgressions, and bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him.” (Homilies on John, 85.1, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series I, Vol. 14)

16. Jerome (c. 347–420): “He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord hath laid on Him the iniquity of us all.” (Commentary on Isaiah, 53.5, Patrologia Latina, Vol. 24)

17. Augustine of Hippo (354–430): “For even the Lord was subject to death, but not on account of sin: He took upon Him our punishment, and so looses our guilt. For He came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. Wherefore He suffered for our sakes, that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him.” (Sermons, 130.2, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series I, Vol. 6)

18. Cyril of Jerusalem (c. 313–386): “Jesus then really suffered for all men; for the Cross was no illusion, otherwise our redemption is an illusion also. His death was not a mere show, for then is our salvation also fabulous. If His death was but a show, they were true who said, ‘We remember that that deceiver said, while He was yet alive, After three days I rise again.’ He was crucified for our sins really; He rose again for our justification really.” (Catechetical Lectures, 13.6, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 7)

19. Leo the Great (c. 400–461): “The Lord’s Cross was the world’s redemption, for it was written, ‘Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree,’ that He might bear the curse which was due to us, and so deliver us from the curse of the law. For He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes we are healed.” (Sermons, 54.3, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 12)

20. Maximus the Confessor (c. 580–662): “The Lord, by His Passion, has destroyed the passions, and by His death has put death to death. For since He was sinless, He was not subject to death according to the law of nature; but He submitted to death, that through His death He might destroy him who had the power of death, that is, the devil, and deliver those who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage.” (Ambigua, 41, Patrologia Graeca, Vol. 91)

21. John of Damascus (c. 675–749): “He endured the Cross, despising the shame, and for the joy that was set before Him, He humbled Himself even unto death, the death of the Cross. For it pleased Him to bear in His own body our sins upon the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes we were healed.” (On the Orthodox Faith, Book III, 27, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 9)

22. Ignatius of Antioch: “His Cross, and His death, and His resurrection, and the faith which is through Him, are my unpolluted monuments; and in these, through your prayers, I am willing to be sanctified. For he who is God, our Lord, was conceived in the womb by Mary, according to God’s plan, of the seed of David, yet by the Holy Ghost; who was born and was baptized, that by His Passion He might purify water.” (Epistle to the Ephesians, 18.2, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 1)

23. Justin Martyr: “And that these things did happen, you can ascertain from the Acts of Pontius Pilate; and we will bring forward also the prophecies, and will prove that Christ was He who was foretold by them, even as He was delivered up to be crucified, and cried out before His Passion, ‘My God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken me?’” (First Apology, 50, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 1)

24. Irenaeus of Lyons: “He took up man into Himself, the invisible becoming visible, the impassible becoming passible, the Word becoming man, thus summing up all things in Himself: that as in the super-celestial, spiritual, and invisible things, the Word of God is supreme, so also in things visible and corporeal He might possess the supremacy, and, taking to Himself the pre-eminence, as well as constituting Himself Head of the Church, He might draw all things to Himself at the proper time.” (Against Heresies, Book III, 16.6, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 1)

25. Tertullian: “For God sent His Son into the world, not to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved. And He was crucified for us, that He might redeem us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us, as it is written, ‘Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree.’” (On the Resurrection of the Flesh, 13, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 3)

26. Origen: “And His blood was poured out for many for the remission of sins, as He Himself says, ‘This is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.’ For the blood of Jesus speaks better things than that of Abel, and through it we have access to the Father.” (Homilies on Leviticus, 7.2, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 9)

27. Cyprian of Carthage: “That Christ was to be made a sacrifice for our sins, it is written: ‘He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; every one has turned to his own way; and the Lord hath laid on Him the iniquity of us all.’” (Treatise XII, Testimonies Against the Jews, 2.13, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 5)

28. Athanasius of Alexandria: “For this cause, then, death having gained upon men, and corruption abiding upon them, the race of man was perishing; the rational man made in God’s image was disappearing, and the handiwork of God was in process of dissolution. For death, as I said above, gained from that time forth a legal hold over us, and it was impossible to evade it, since it had been legislated by God because of the transgression. But the Word of God, being immortal, took to Himself a body capable of death, that He might offer it as His own in the stead of all, and suffering for all, through His union with it, might bring to nought him that had the power of death, that is, the devil.” (On the Incarnation, 20, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 4)

29. Hilary of Poitiers: “He took upon Himself our flesh, that in it He might bear our sins, and in His Passion might pay the debt of our guilt. For it pleased God that in Him should all fulness dwell, and that through Him all things should be reconciled to Himself, whether things in earth or things in heaven, having made peace through the blood of His cross.” (On the Trinity, Book IX, 11, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 9)

30. Basil the Great: “For He spared not His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, that with Him He might freely give us all things. For He was crucified for our sins, and rose again for our justification, that we, being dead to sins, might live unto righteousness, by whose stripes we were healed.” (Letters, 8.2, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 8)

31. Gregory of Nyssa: “For the first man, transgressing the commandment, brought in death; but the Lord, by His obedience, brought in life. For as the former was persuaded by the serpent, and so fell from life into death, so the latter, obeying the will of the Father, endured the Cross, despising the shame, and so brought us from death unto life.” (Against Eunomius, Book XII, 1, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 5)

32. Gregory Nazianzen: “He is lifted up and nailed to the Tree, but by the Tree of Life He restores us; yea, He saves even the Robber crucified with Him; He covers with shame the sun, and seals up the stars; He makes the earth to tremble and the rocks to rend; He dies, and is buried, and rises again the third day, and ascends into heaven, whence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead.” (Orations, 45.23, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 7)

33. Ambrose of Milan: “For He was made sin for us, that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him; He was made a curse for us, that we might be delivered from the curse of the law. He suffered for all, that He might redeem all; He died for all, that all might live in Him.” (On the Holy Spirit, Book I, 9.100, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 10)

34. John Chrysostom: “For the Cross is the glory of Christ, and the cause of our salvation; for had He not been crucified, we had not been saved. For He bare our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.” (Homilies on Matthew, 88.1, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series I, Vol. 10)

35. Jerome: “He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord hath laid on Him the iniquity of us all.” (Commentary on Isaiah, 53.5, Patrologia Latina, Vol. 24)

36. Augustine of Hippo: “For the death of the Lord was the condemnation of the devil; the death of the Lord was the redemption of man. For He came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give His life a ransom for many. Wherefore He suffered, that He might pay the debt which He owed not, and we might be loosed from the debt which we owed.” (Expositions on the Psalms, 22.7, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series I, Vol. 8)

37. Cyril of Jerusalem: “The Cross was no illusion; else our redemption were an illusion also. His death was not a mere show, for then is our salvation also fabulous. If His death was but a show, they were true who said, ‘We remember that that deceiver said, while He was yet alive, After three days I rise again.’ He was crucified for our sins really; He rose again for our justification really.” (Catechetical Lectures, 13.22, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 7)

38. Leo the Great: “For the Son of God, taking upon Him our nature, but without our faults, endured the punishment due to our faults, that He might redeem us from the sentence of death by taking upon Him our mortality. For He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes we are healed.” (Sermons, 59.4, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 12)

39. Maximus the Confessor: “For He became obedient unto death, even the death of the Cross, that through His death He might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil, and deliver them who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage. For He bare our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness.” (Questions to Thalassius, 61, Patrologia Graeca, Vol. 90)

40. John of Damascus: “For it pleased the Father that in Him should all fulness dwell; and, having made peace through the blood of His Cross, by Him to reconcile all things unto Himself, whether they be things in earth, or things in heaven. For He endured the Cross, despising the shame, and for the joy that was set before Him, He humbled Himself even unto death, the death of the Cross.” (On the Holy Images, Book I, 16, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 9)

41. Ignatius of Antioch: “For I know and believe that He was in the flesh even after the resurrection; and when He came to Peter and his company, He said to them, ‘Lay hold and handle me, and see that I am not a bodiless spirit.’ And straightway they touched Him, and believed, being convinced by His flesh and His spirit. For this cause also they despised death, nay, they were found superior to death. And after His resurrection He ate and drank with them as one in the flesh, though spiritually He was united with the Father.” (Epistle to the Smyrnaeans, 3.2, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 1)

42. Justin Martyr: “And that He would be sent into the world and be crucified, and die, and rise again, and ascend into heaven, was foretold by the prophets, as I have already shown you. For Isaiah says, ‘He was led as a sheep to the slaughter, and as a lamb before her shearer is dumb, so He opened not His mouth. In His humiliation His judgment was taken away; who shall declare His generation? for His life is taken from the earth.’” (Dialogue with Trypho, 76, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 1)

43. Irenaeus of Lyons: “For He came to save all through means of Himself—all, I say, who through Him are born again to God—infants, and children, and boys, and youths, and old men. He therefore passed through every age, becoming an infant for infants, thus sanctifying infants; a child for children, thus sanctifying those who are of this age, that He might be a perfect example for all; and so, likewise, He became a man for men, that He might sanctify men; and an old man for old men, that He might sanctify the aged, and be an example to all, even unto death, that He might show that no age is without the influence of His grace.” (Against Heresies, Book II, 22.4, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 1)

44. Tertullian: “He was crucified, and that not without the Father’s will, as the Scripture says, ‘He spared not His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all.’ For it pleased God that in Him should all fulness dwell, and that through Him all things should be reconciled to Himself, whether things in earth or things in heaven, having made peace through the blood of His Cross.” (On the Flesh of Christ, 5, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 3)

45. Origen: “For the blood of Jesus, shed for the remission of sins, speaks better things than that of Abel. For Abel’s blood cried for vengeance, but the blood of Jesus cries for pardon. And through this blood we have redemption, even the forgiveness of sins, and access to the Father.” (Commentary on Luke, 22.44, Patrologia Graeca, Vol. 13)

46. Cyprian of Carthage: “That He was to suffer, and that His Passion was to be the redemption of the world, it is written: ‘He is brought as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is dumb, so He opened not His mouth. In His humiliation His judgment was taken away; who shall declare His generation? for His life is taken from the earth.’” (Treatise XII, Testimonies Against the Jews, 2.14, Ante-Nicene Fathers, Vol. 5)

47. Athanasius of Alexandria: “For He suffered for us, that He might cleanse us from our sins; and He rose again for us, that He might give us the pledge of the Resurrection. For He bare our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes we were healed.” (Against the Arians, Discourse II, 55, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 4)

48. Gregory of Nyssa: “For the Cross was the means whereby death was destroyed, and life was restored to us. For as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin, so by the obedience of One, even unto the death of the Cross, life came to all.” (On the Life of Moses, Book II, 213, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 5)

49. Gregory Nazianzen: “He is bruised and wounded, but He heals every disease and every infirmity. He is lifted up and nailed to the Tree, but by the Tree of Life Hedeparture from the Father’s will, as it is written, ‘Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree.’” (Orations, 29.20, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. 7)

50. John Chrysostom: “For this cause was He crucified, that He might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil; and deliver them who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage. For He bare our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.” (Homilies on Hebrews, 9.2, Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series I, Vol. 14)

Prayers of the Holy Rosary

Posted on September 25, 2024September 15, 2025 by priestdirector

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Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. *Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail Mary, full of grace! The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and
blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
*Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us
sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now
and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy,
Hail, our life, our sweetness, and our hope.
To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve.
To thee do we send up our sighs mourning
and weeping in this valley of tears.
Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes
of mercy toward us, and after this our exile
show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.

V. Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God,
R. That we may be made worthy of
the promises of Christ.

Apostles’ Creed

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; He descended into hell; on the third day He rose again from the dead;
He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there He will come to judge the living and the dead.
*I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Holy Catholic Church, the Communion of Saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.

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Concluding Prayers of the Holy Rosary

Posted on December 5, 2023August 24, 2024 by priestdirector

Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy,
Hail, our life, our sweetness, and our hope.
To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve.
To thee do we send up our sighs mourning
and weeping in this valley of tears.
Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes
of mercy toward us, and after this our exile
show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.
V. Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God,
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Let us pray:

O God, whose only-begotten Son, by His Life, Death and Resurrection, has purchased for us the rewards of Eternal Life;
grant, we beseech Thee, that, meditating upon these mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we may imitate what they contain and obtain what they promise, through the same Christ our Lord. Amen

For the intentions of our Holy Father, the Pope, to gain the plenary indulgence:

Our Father

Hail Mary

Glory be

The Memorare

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known
that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help,
or sought thine intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence,
I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother;
to thee do I come,
before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful.
O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions,
but in thy clemency hear and answer me. Amen.

Introduction to the Rosary

Posted on November 28, 2023August 29, 2024 by priestdirector

Preface; About Rosary Meditations; Preface to Meditations on Humility; Holy Rosary Mysteries;

† J.M.J.

“Praise be to the LORD my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle” –Psalm 144:1

PREFACE

Pope St. John Paul II taught about how to pray the Rosary in his apostolic exhortation, Rosarium Virginis Mariae. In particular, he recommended the scriptural Rosary:

“Listening to the word of God In order to supply a Biblical foundation and greater depth to our meditation, it is helpful to follow the announcement of the mystery with the proclamation of a related Biblical passage, long or short, depending on the circumstances. No other words can ever match the efficacy of the inspired word. As we listen, we are certain that this is the word of God, spoken for today and spoken “for me”. If received in this way, the word of God can become part of the Rosary’s methodology of repetition without giving rise to the ennui derived from the simple recollection of something already well known. It is not a matter of recalling information but of allowing God to speak. (#30)”

Pope Benedict XVI echoed this emphasis on the value of Sacred Scripture for praying the Rosary during his visit to Pompeii, Bl. Bartolo Longo’s shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary:

“If Christian contemplation cannot leave the Word of God out of consideration, if it is to be a contemplative prayer, the Rosary must always emerge from the silence of the heart as a response to the Word, after the model of Mary’s prayer. Seen clearly, the Rosary is completely interwoven with scriptural elements. First of all there is the enunciation of the mystery, preferably made, as it has been today, with words taken from the Bible.”

Accordingly, these pages features short passages from Sacred Scripture for each decade of the Rosary. A scriptural Rosary may be either narrative or thematic. For some mysteries, there are a few different accounts of the mystery. For some, such as the wedding at Cana, there is only one narration of this event. However, there are various other scriptural passages where the theme relevant to the mystery is considered. To supplement the narration of the mysteries and to prompt further meditation, thematically relevant scriptural passages are also provided.

For each set of verses, they are separated into ten parts for easy praying per Hail Mary. Of course, even a few verses at at time is ample material for reflection for praying a decade of the Rosary.

May Our Lady of the Rosary, the Eternal Queen of Heaven, smile upon our efforts to enrich our prayer of her Rosary with listening to Word of God inspired by the Holy Spirit, her mystical spouse.

About Rosary Meditations

by St. Anthony Mary Claret

St. Anthony Mary Claret (1807-1870) was Archbishop in Cuba, Father of Vatican Council I, and religious Founder. He is noted for many apostolic writings, a fruitful missionary work, and an example of heroic suffering under persecution.

Importance of the Rosary

The formula of prayers we will speak of briefly is called the Rosary, because it is a crown of roses consisting of Hail Mary’s which Christians offer to the Queen of Heaven and earth. Ancient peoples of the East had the custom of offering crowns of roses to distinguished persons; and true Christians have the praiseworthy habit of offering every day with great devotion this crown of Marian roses to their beloved Mother, the holy Virgin. This was the practice of St. Louis, King of France, of the great Bossuet, of Fenelon, of St. Vincent de Paul, St. Charles Borromeo, St. Francis de Sales, St. Francis Xavier, and others. Thus from the year 1208, during which the glorious St. Dominic taught it as it is prayed today, there has not been a Saint nor a person distinguished for learning and virtue, nor an observant religious community, nor a well-ordered seminary, which has not kept up devotion to the Rosary.

The Rosary is a prayer which is both mental and vocal … As it is made up of such holy elements, no one will wonder that it is a devotion so agreeable to God and the Blessed Virgin Mary and very powerful for winning all favors. Indeed we know and have verified by experience that in this devotion a remedy is found for public needs, as wars, pestilences, famine, and other calamities. Likewise for individual necessities of soul and body the Rosary has been found to be a great assistance.

The Rosary is a rich mine in which Christians who pray it and meditate it attentively and devoutly gain immense spiritual treasures. It is a flourishing garden in which flowers of all kinds of beautiful, fragrant virtues are plucked.

The holy Rosary is the most powerful, easiest and sweetest means for dispelling religious ignorance and getting rid of error and heresy. Indeed, when people love and recite the holy Rosary they find it makes them better. While one prays the Our Father and ten Hail Marys it is not necessary to reflect on all of the ten points into which the mysteries are divided; one may linger on that point or points which appeal more to him or move him more to devotion. This method given here of announcing the mystery and then meditating on it by points, is the method which St. Dominic commonly practiced, according to Blessed Alan’s account.

Note: St. Anthony Claret’s “The Rosary Meditated” was translated from his El Santisimo Rosario Explicado published in Barcelona in 1892 (except the passage asterisked is from p. 49 of his El SantisimoRosario published by Coculsa in Madrid in 1954). The holy author added the explanation. This edition is re-printed from the Fatima Crusader.

PRAYERS TO OBTAIN HUMILITY.

A Method to ask this Virtue whilst reciting the Rosary.
Devotion to the Blessed Virgin is most efficacious to obtain humility. To be genuine, however, it must be animated by unlimited confidence in the intercession of Mary. Her influence over her Divine Son along with her love for us, her adopted children, insures success to the prayers we send up to her. Among these prayers, the Rosary claims the first place.
Let us represent to ourselves a poor man that aims at obtaining some help from his sovereign. What steps does he take? He draws up a petition in which he depicts his needs in the most affecting language. Does he present it himself? No; his inexperience, his poverty, his miserable appearance will, he fears, be no passport to the royal presence. But he knows the gentleness, the compassion, the condescension of the queen, and he ventures to claim her influence with the king. His petition from her hand is graciously received, his prayer granted.
Who will not recognize in the foregoing picture precisely his own position? The Lord’s Prayer is the petition in which all our wants are set forth. But who would say that it has less weight from the hand of the Queen of Heaven than from our own? Might not the Lord reply to sinners such as we, as to the foolish virgins of the Gospel: “I know you not?”* Might He not address to us the words once used toward the wicked servant: “Thou wicked servant.”! But with what tenderness will He not receive our petition from His beloved Mother! ” My Mother, ask,” will he say to her, “for I must not turn away thy face.”
It is confidence in Mary’s powerful intercession that makes us add the Angelical Salutation to the Lord’s Prayer in the recitation of the Rosary.” If Mary’s compassionate heart was so eager for a miracle in favor of the bride and bridegroom of Cana, who had, however, made her no petition,” says St. Bernardin of Siena, § “what will she not do for Christians that invoke her, that offer her reiterated supplications?”

*St. Matt. xxv. 12. fib. xviii. 32. Js Kings ii. 20.
§ St. Bernardin, tom. 3, serm. 9.

Verses Pertaining to Sets of Mysteries:

Joyful Mysteries

Gal 4⁴But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent his Son, made of a woman, made under the law: ⁵That he might redeem them who were under the law: that we might receive the adoption of sons.

Luminous Mysteries:

Acts 3²²Ye men of Israel, hear these words: Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you, by miracles, and wonders, and signs, which God did by him, in the midst of you, as you also know:

Sorrowful Mysteries:

Acts 3²³This same being delivered up, by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God, you by the hands of wicked men have crucified and slain.

Glorious Mysteries:

Acts 3²⁴Whom God hath raised up, having loosed the sorrows of hell, as it was impossible that he should be holden by it.

Third Joyful Mystery

⁶For a CHILD IS BORN to us, and a son is given to us, and the government is upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called, Wonderful, Counsellor, God the Mighty, the Father of the world to come, the Prince of Peace.

⁷His empire shall be multiplied, and there shall be no end of peace: he shall sit upon the throne of David,

First Glorious Mystery

³⁰The God of our fathers hath raised up Jesus, whom you put to death, hanging him upon a tree.

Second Glorious Mystery

³¹Him hath God exalted with his right hand, to be Prince and Saviour, to give repentance to Israel, and remission of sins.

Third Glorious Mystery

³²And we are witnesses of these things and the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to all that obey him.

Fifth Glorious Mystery: The Coronation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Posted on November 25, 2023November 3, 2024 by priestdirector

For the gift of true and perfect devotion to Jesus through Mary.

Previous Mystery; Concluding Prayers; Holy Rosary Mysteries; Image; Set A, Set B, Set C, Set D, Set E, Set F, Set G, Set H

St. Matthew; St. Mark; St. Luke; St. John; Acts; St. Paul; Hebrews; St. James; St. Peter; Epistles of St. John;
St. Anthony Mary Claret Meditations; Humility Meditations

St. Matthew 13:43 [top]

A-I

⁴³Then shall the just shine as the sun, in the kingdom of their Father. He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.

St. Luke 1:48-49 [top]

A-II

⁴⁸Because he hath regarded the humility of his handmaid; for behold from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.

A-III

⁴⁹Because he that is mighty, hath done great things to me; and holy is his name.

Galatians 4:22-31 [top]

A-IV

²²For it is written that Abraham had two sons: the one by a bondwoman, and the other by a free woman.

A-V

²³But he who was of the bondwoman, was born according to the flesh: but he of the free woman, was by promise.

A-VI

²⁴Which things are said by an allegory. For these are the two testaments. The one from mount Sina, engendering unto bondage; which is Agar:

A-VII

²⁵For Sina is a mountain in Arabia, which hath affinity to that Jerusalem which now is, and is in bondage with her children.
²⁶But that Jerusalem, which is above, is free: which is our mother.

A-VIII

²⁷For it is written: Rejoice, thou barren, that bearest not: break forth and cry, thou that travailest not: for many are the children of the desolate, more than of her that hath a husband.

A-IX

²⁸Now we, brethren, as Isaac was, are the children of promise.

A-X

²⁹But as then he, that was born according to the flesh, persecuted him that was after the spirit; so also it is now.
³⁰But what saith the scripture? Cast out the bondwoman and her son; for the son of the bondwoman shall not be heir with the son of the free woman.
³¹So then, brethren, we are not the children of the bondwoman, but of the free: by the freedom wherewith Christ has made us free.

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St. James 5:16b [top]

B-I

For the continual prayer of a just man availeth much.

I Peter 4

B-II

¹³But if you partake of the sufferings of Christ, rejoice that when his glory shall be revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy.

I Peter 5

5 The ancients therefore that are among you, I beseech, who am myself also an ancient, and a witness of the sufferings of Christ: as also a partaker of that glory which is to be revealed in time to come:

²Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking care of it, not by constraint, but willingly, according to God: not for filthy lucre’s sake, but voluntarily:

³Neither as lording it over the clergy, but being made a pattern of the flock from the heart.

⁴And when the prince of pastors shall appear, you shall receive a never fading crown of glory.

¹⁰But the God of all grace, who hath called us into his eternal glory in Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a little, will himself perfect you, and confirm you, and establish you.

¹¹To him be glory and empire for ever and ever. Amen.

II Peter 3

B-II

¹³But we look for new heavens and a new earth according to his promises, in which justice dwelleth.

B-III

¹⁴Wherefore, dearly beloved, waiting for these things, be diligent that you may be found before him unspotted and blameless in peace.

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1 Corinthians 13

C-I

⁴Charity is patient, is kind: charity envieth not, dealeth not perversely; is not puffed up;

C-II

⁵Is not ambitious, seeketh not her own, is not provoked to anger, thinketh no evil;

C-III

⁶Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth with the truth;

C-IV

⁷Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.

C-V

⁸Charity never falleth away: whether prophecies shall be made void, or tongues shall cease, or knowledge shall be destroyed.

C-VI

⁹For we know in part, and we prophesy in part.

C-VII

¹⁰But when that which is perfect is come, that which is in part shall be done away.

C-VIII

¹¹When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child. But, when I became a man, I put away the things of a child.

C-IX

¹²We see now through a glass in a dark manner; but then face to face. Now I know in part; but then I shall know even as I am known.

C-X

¹³And now there remain faith, hope, and charity, these three: but the greatest of these is charity.

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St. Matthew 25

D-I

³¹And when the Son of man shall come in his majesty, and all the angels with him, then shall he sit upon the seat of his majesty.

D-II

³²And all nations shall be gathered together before Him, and He shall separate them one from another, as the shepherd separateth the sheep from the goats:

D-III

³³And He shall set the sheep on His right hand, but the goats on His left.

D-IV

³⁴Then shall the king say to them that shall be on his right hand: Come, ye blessed of my Father, possess you the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.

D-V

³⁵For I was hungry, and you gave me to eat; I was thirsty, and you gave me to drink; I was a stranger, and you took me in:

D-VI

³⁶Naked, and you covered me: sick, and you visited me: I was in prison, and you came to me.

D-VII

³⁷Then shall the just answer him, saying: Lord, when did we see thee hungry, and fed thee; thirsty, and gave thee drink?

D-VIII

³⁸And when did we see thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and covered thee?

D-IX

³⁹Or when did we see thee sick or in prison, and came to thee?

D-X

⁴⁰And the king answering, shall say to them: Amen I say to you, as long as you did it to one of these my least brethren, you did it to me.

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1 Timothy 1

E-I

¹⁷Now to the king of ages, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.

2 Timothy 2

E-II

¹⁰Therefore I endure all things for the sake of the elect, that they also may obtain the salvation, which is in Christ Jesus, with heavenly glory.

E-III

¹¹A faithful saying: for if we be dead with him, we shall live also with him.

E-IV

¹²If we suffer, we shall also reign with him. If we deny him, he will also deny us.

E-V

Judith 15

¹⁰And when she was come out to him, they all blessed her with one voice, saying: Thou art the glory of Jerusalem, thou art the joy of Israel, thou art the honour of our people:

Saint Anthony Mary Claret Meditation Points [top]

Fruit: Devotion to Mary.

1-The Blessed Virgin is crowned in Heaven by the Holy Trinity

2-Mary is crowned for a love more ardent than that of the seraphim

3-Mary is crowned for a purity exceeding that of the angels

4-Mary is crowned for Her deep humility

5-Mary is crowned for Her perfect obedience

6-Mary is crowned for Her wonderful prudence

7-Mary is crowned for Her heroic patience

8-Mary is crowned for Her grateful and most faithful use for God’s purposes, of all She had

9-Mary is crowned for perfectly persevering in the practice of all virtues

10-Mary is crowned and placed over the highest creatures in Heaven for being a worthy Mother of God.

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THE ROSARY MEDITATED TO GAIN HUMILITY. [top]

Fifth Mystery. — The Coronation of Mary.
Upon the highest and most magnificent throne in the heavenly kingdom, next after that of Jesus, sits Mary the Sovereign Queen. O Mary, thy Father, thy Son, thy Spouse crown thee! What can a poor creature add to such happiness as thine?
O thou whose power is so great, obtain for me humility! It is the greatest grace I ask of thee!

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Fourth Glorious Mystery: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven

Posted on November 25, 2023September 25, 2024 by priestdirector

For the virtue of perseverance.

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St. Matthew; St. Mark; St. Luke; St. John; Acts; St. Paul; St. Peter; Epistles of St. John
St. Anthony Mary Claret Meditations; Humility Meditations

Revelation 12:1-17 [top]

A-I

12 And a great sign appeared in heaven: A woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars:

A-II

²And being with child, she cried travailing in birth, and was in pain to be delivered.

A-III

³And there was seen another sign in heaven: and behold a great red dragon, having seven heads, and ten horns: and on his head seven diadems:

A-IV

⁴And his tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven, and cast them to the earth: and the dragon stood before the woman who was ready to be delivered; that, when she should be delivered, he might devour her son.

A-V

⁵And she brought forth a man child, who was to rule all nations with an iron rod: and her son was taken up to God, and to his throne.

A-VI

⁶And the woman fled into the wilderness, where she had a place prepared by God, that there they should feed her a thousand two hundred sixty days.

A-VII

⁷And there was a great battle in heaven, Michael and his angels fought with the dragon, and the dragon fought and his angels:

A-VIII

⁸And they prevailed not, neither was their place found any more in heaven.

A-IX

⁹And that great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, who is called the devil and Satan, who seduceth the whole world; and he was cast unto the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him.

A-X

¹⁰And I heard a loud voice in heaven, saying: Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: because the accuser of our brethren is cast forth, who accused them before our God day and night.
¹¹And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of the testimony, and they loved not their lives unto death.
¹²Therefore rejoice, O heavens, and you that dwell therein. Woe to the earth, and to the sea, because the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, knowing that he hath but a short time.

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B-I

¹³And when the dragon saw that he was cast unto the earth, he persecuted the woman, who brought forth the man child:

B-II

¹⁴And there were given to the woman two wings of a great eagle, that she might fly into the desert unto her place, where she is nourished for a time and times, and half a time, from the face of the serpent.

B-III

¹⁵And the serpent cast out of his mouth after the woman, water as it were a river; that he might cause her to be carried away by the river.

B-IV

¹⁶And the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed up the river, which the dragon cast out of his mouth.

B-V

¹⁷And the dragon was angry against the woman: and went to make war with the rest of her seed, who keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ.

John 8

B-VI

⁵¹Amen, amen I say to you: If any man keep my word, he shall not see death for ever.

Romans [top]

B-VII

16¹⁹For your obedience is published in every place. I rejoice therefore in you. But I would have you to be wise in good, and simple in evil.

B-VIII

16²⁰And the God of peace crush Satan under your feet speedily. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

Hebrews 12 [top]

B-IX

²²But you are come to mount Sion, and to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to the company of many thousands of angels,

B-X

²³And to the church of the firstborn, who are written in the heavens, and to God the judge of all, and to the spirits of the just made perfect,
²⁴And to Jesus the mediator of the new testament,

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1 Timothy 5

C-I

³Honour widows, that are widows indeed.

C-II

⁵But she that is a widow indeed, and desolate, let her trust in God,

C-III

and continue in supplications and prayers night and day.

C-IV

⁶For she that liveth in pleasures, is dead while she is living.

C-V

⁷And this give in charge, that they may be blameless.

C-VI

⁹Let a widow be chosen of no less than threescore years of age, who hath been the wife of one husband.

C-VII

¹⁰Having testimony for her good works, if she have brought up children, if she have received to harbour,

C-VIII

if she have washed the saints’ feet,

C-IX

if she have ministered to them that suffer tribulation,

C-X

if she have diligently followed every good work.

²⁵In like manner also good deeds are manifest:

1 Peter 5 [top]

¹⁰But the God of all grace, who hath called us into his eternal glory in Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a little, will himself perfect you, and confirm you, and establish you.

¹¹To him be glory and empire for ever and ever. Amen.

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Saint Anthony Mary Claret Meditation Points [top]

Fruit: Perseverance unto death.

1-In a wonderful way the Apostles gather in Jerusalem to be with Blessed Mary at Her death and burial

2- The Blessed Virgin dies and Her precious body is put in a tomb

3-On the third day Her body rises

4-Her risen body goes up to Heaven in company with the angels

5-She is received in Heaven in triumph by the Father, Son and Holy Ghost

6-The seraphim and other angels receive Her with reverence and love

7-All Heaven rejoice with unspeakable gladness at Mary’s entrance into Heaven

8-She is placed at Jesus’ right Hand

9-She offers prayer for us with Jesus

10-True lovers of the Rosary have every reason to rejoice that they have a Mother at Jesus’ side.

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THE ROSARY MEDITATED TO GAIN HUMILITY. [top]

Fourth Mystery.—The Assumption of Our Lady.
Earth is no longer worthy of Mary. Heaven longs to possess her. The Cherubim receive her; they bear her up on their wings. Behold, she flies into the arms of her Son! §
O Mary, turn thine eyes of mercy toward me! Oh, show thyself a mother, and present to thy Son the promise I here make to become like unto Him in His humiliations, that I may be one day like unto Him in glory!
•Acts i. 14. f Ib. ii. 4. $Ps. I. 12.
§ Ps. xvii. ii.

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Third Glorious Mystery: The Descent of the Holy Spirit on the Apostles and Mary

Posted on November 25, 2023October 6, 2024 by priestdirector

For the virtue of Charity; For the Gifts and Fruit of the Holy Spirit.

2 Timothy 1¹⁴

Keep the good thing committed to thy trust by the Holy Ghost, who dwelleth in us.

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St. Matthew; St. Mark; St. Luke; St. John; Acts; St. Paul; Hebrews; St. James; St. Peter; Epistles of St. John;
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Acts 2 (Set I)[top]

A-I

2 And when the days of the Pentecost were accomplished, they were all together in one place:

A-II

²And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a mighty wind coming, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting.

A-III

³And there appeared to them parted tongues as it were of fire, and it sat upon every one of them:

A-IV

⁴And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they began to speak with divers tongues, according as the Holy Ghost gave them to speak.

A-V

⁵Now there were dwelling at Jerusalem, Jews, devout men, out of every nation under heaven.

A-VI

⁶And when this was noised abroad, the multitude came together, and were confounded in mind, because that every man heard them speak in his own tongue.

A-VII

⁷And they were all amazed, and wondered, saying: Behold, are not all these, that speak, Galileans?
⁸And how have we heard, every man our own tongue wherein we were born?

A-VIII

⁹Parthians, and Medes, and Elamites, and inhabitants of Mesopotamia, Judea, and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia,
¹⁰Phrygia, and Pamphylia, Egypt, and the parts of Libya about Cyrene, and strangers of Rome,
¹¹Jews also, and proselytes, Cretes, and Arabians: we have heard them speak in our own tongues the wonderful works of God.

A-IX

¹²And they were all astonished, and wondered, saying one to another: What meaneth this?
¹³But others mocking, said: These men are full of new wine.

A-X

¹⁴But Peter standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and spoke to them: Ye men of Judea, and all you that dwell in Jerusalem, be this known to you, and with your ears receive my words.

¹⁵For these are not drunk, as you suppose, seeing it is but the third hour of the day:

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Acts 2 (Set 2)

B-I

¹⁶But this is that which was spoken of by the prophet Joel:
¹⁷And it shall come to pass, in the last days, (saith the Lord,) I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams.

B-II

¹⁸And upon my servants indeed, and upon my handmaids will I pour out in those days of my spirit, and they shall prophesy.

B-III

¹⁹And I will shew wonders in the heaven above, and signs on the earth beneath: blood and fire, and vapour of smoke.
²⁰The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before the great and manifest day of the Lord come.

B-IV

²¹And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord, shall be saved.

B-V

²²Ye men of Israel, hear these words: Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you, by miracles, and wonders, and signs, which God did by him, in the midst of you, as you also know:

B-VI

²³This same being delivered up, by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God, you by the hands of wicked men have crucified and slain.

B-VII

²⁴Whom God hath raised up, having loosed the sorrows of hell, as it was impossible that he should be holden by it.

B-VIII

²⁵For David saith concerning him: I foresaw the Lord before my face: because he is at my right hand, that I may not be moved.
²⁶For this my heart hath been glad, and my tongue hath rejoiced: moreover my flesh also shall rest in hope.

B-IX

²⁷Because thou wilt not leave my soul in hell, nor suffer thy Holy One to see corruption.
²⁸Thou hast made known to me the ways of life: thou shalt make me full of joy with thy countenance.

B-X

²⁹Ye men, brethren, let me freely speak to you of the patriarch David; that he died, and was buried; and his sepulchre is with us to this present day.

³⁰Whereas therefore he was a prophet, and knew that God hath sworn to him with an oath, that of the fruit of his loins one should sit upon his throne.

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C-I

³¹Foreseeing this, he spoke of the resurrection of Christ. For neither was he left in hell, neither did his flesh see corruption.
³²This Jesus hath God raised again, whereof all we are witnesses.

C-II

³³Being exalted therefore by the right hand of God, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, he hath poured forth this which you see and hear.

C-III

³⁴For David ascended not into heaven; but he himself said: The Lord said to my Lord, sit thou on my right hand,
³⁵Until I make thy enemies thy footstool.

C-IV

³⁶Therefore let all the house of Israel know most certainly, that God hath made both Lord and Christ, this same Jesus, whom you have crucified.

C-V

³⁷Now when they had heard these things, they had compunction in their heart, and said to Peter, and to the rest of the apostles: What shall we do, men and brethren?

C-VI

³⁸But Peter said to them: Do penance, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ, for the remission of your sins: and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.

C-VII

³⁹For the promise is to you, and to your children, and to all that are far off, whomsoever the Lord our God shall call.

C-VIII

⁴⁰And with very many other words did he testify and exhort them, saying: Save yourselves from this perverse generation.

C-IX

⁴¹They therefore that received his word, were baptized; and there were added in that day about three thousand souls.

C-X

⁴²And they were persevering in the doctrine of the apostles, and in the communication of the breaking of bread, and in prayers.

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St. Mark 16:20 [top]

²⁰But they going forth preached everywhere: the Lord working withal, and confirming the word with signs that followed.

St. John 15

D-I

²⁶But when the Paraclete cometh, whom I will send you from the Father, the Spirit of truth, who proceedeth from the Father, he shall give testimony of me.

D-II

²⁷And you shall give testimony, because you are with me from the beginning.

D-III

16⁷But I tell you the truth: it is expedient to you that I go: for if I go not, the Paraclete will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you.

D-IV

⁸And when He is come, he will convince the world of sin, and of justice, and of judgment.

D-V

⁹Of sin: because they believed not in Me.

D-VI

¹⁰And of justice: because I go to the Father; and you shall see me no longer.

D-VII

¹¹And of judgment: because the prince of this world is already judged.

D-VIII

¹²I have yet many things to say to you: but you cannot bear them now.

D-IX

¹³But when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will teach you all truth. For he shall not speak of himself; but what things soever he shall hear, he shall speak; and the things that are to come, he shall shew you.

D-X

¹⁴He shall glorify me; because he shall receive of mine, and shall shew it to you.
¹⁵All things whatsoever the Father hath, are mine. Therefore I said, that he shall receive of mine, and shew it to you.

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Ephesians [top]

E-I

3⁴As you reading, may understand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ,
3⁵Which in other generations was not known to the sons of men, as it is now revealed to his holy apostles and prophets in the Spirit:

E-II

3⁶That the Gentiles should be fellow heirs, and of the same body, and co-partners of his promise in Christ Jesus, by the gospel:

E-III

12 Now concerning spiritual things, my brethren, I would not have you ignorant.
²You know that when you were heathens, you went to dumb idols, according as you were led.

E-IV

³Wherefore I give you to understand, that no man, speaking by the Spirit of God, saith Anathema to Jesus. And no man can say the Lord Jesus, but by the Holy Ghost.

E-V

⁴Now there are diversities of graces, but the same Spirit;
⁵And there are diversities of ministries, but the same Lord;

E-VI

⁶And there are diversities of operations, but the same God, who worketh all in all.
⁷And the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man unto profit.

E-VII

⁸To one indeed, by the Spirit, is given the word of wisdom: and to another, the word of knowledge, according to the same Spirit;

⁹To another, faith in the same spirit; to another, the grace of healing in one Spirit;

E-VIII

¹⁰To another, the working of miracles; to another, prophecy; to another, the discerning of spirits; to another, diverse kinds of tongues; to another, interpretation of speeches.

E-IX

¹¹But all these things one and the same Spirit worketh, dividing to every one according as He will.
¹²For as the body is one, and hath many members; and all the members of the body, whereas they are many, yet are one body, so also is Christ.

E-X

¹³For in one Spirit were we all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Gentiles, whether bond or free; and in one Spirit we have all been made to drink.

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Romans 8

F-I

⁴That the justification of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not according to the flesh, but according to the spirit.

F-II

⁵For they that are according to the flesh, mind the things that are of the flesh; but they that are according to the spirit, mind the things that are of the spirit.

F-III

⁶For the wisdom of the flesh is death; but the wisdom of the spirit is life and peace.

F-IV

⁷Because the wisdom of the flesh is an enemy to God; for it is not subject to the law of God, neither can it be.
⁸And they who are in the flesh, cannot please God.

F-V

⁹But you are not in the flesh, but in the spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.

E-VI

¹⁰And if Christ be in you, the body indeed is dead, because of sin; but the spirit liveth, because of justification.

F-VII

¹¹And if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead, dwell in you; he that raised up Jesus Christ from the dead, shall quicken also your mortal bodies, because of his Spirit that dwelleth in you.

F-VIII

¹²Therefore, brethren, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh.
¹³For if you live according to the flesh, you shall die: but if by the Spirit you mortify the deeds of the flesh, you shall live.

F-IX

¹⁴For whosoever are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.

F-X

¹⁵For you have not received the spirit of bondage again in fear; but you have received the spirit of adoption of sons, whereby we cry: Abba (Father).

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Romans 8

H-I

¹⁶For the Spirit himself giveth testimony to our spirit, that we are the sons of God.

H-II

¹⁷And if sons, heirs also; heirs indeed of God, and joint heirs with Christ: yet so, if we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified with him.

H-III

¹⁸For I reckon that the sufferings of this time are not worthy to be compared with the glory to come, that shall be revealed in us.

H-IV

¹⁹For the expectation of the creature waiteth for the revelation of the sons of God.

H-V

²⁰For the creature was made subject to vanity, not willingly, but by reason of him that made it subject, in hope:

H-VI

²¹Because the creature also itself shall be delivered from the servitude of corruption, into the liberty of the glory of the children of God.

H-VII

²²For we know that every creature groaneth and travaileth in pain, even till now.

H-VIII

²³And not only it, but ourselves also, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption of the sons of God, the redemption of our body.

H-IX

²⁴For we are saved by hope. But hope that is seen, is not hope. For what a man seeth, why doth he hope for?

H-X

²⁵But if we hope for that which we see not, we wait for it with patience.

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Romans 8

J-I

²⁶Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmity. For we know not what we should pray for as we ought; but the Spirit himself asketh for us with unspeakable groanings.

J-II

²⁷And he that searcheth the hearts, knoweth what the Spirit desireth; because he asketh for the saints according to God.

J-III

²⁸And we know that to them that love God, all things work together unto good, to such as, according to his purpose, are called to be saints.

J-IV

²⁹For whom he foreknew, he also predestinated to be made conformable to the image of his Son; that he might be the firstborn amongst many brethren.

J-V

³⁰And whom he predestinated, them he also called. And whom he called, them he also justified. And whom he justified, them he also glorified.

J-VI

³¹What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who is against us?
³²He that spared not even his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how hath he not also, with him, given us all things?

J-VII

³³Who shall accuse against the elect of God? God that justifieth.
³⁴Who is he that shall condemn? Christ Jesus that died, yea that is risen also again; who is at the right hand of God, who also maketh intercession for us.

J-VIII

³⁵Who then shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation? or distress? or famine? or nakedness? or danger? or persecution? or the sword?

J-IX

³⁶(As it is written: For thy sake we are put to death all the day long. We are accounted as sheep for the slaughter.)
³⁷But in all these things we overcome, because of him that hath loved us.

J-X

³⁸For I am sure that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor might,
³⁹Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

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Galatians 4 [top]

G-I

²²But the fruit of the Spirit is, charity

G-II

joy,

G-III

peace,

G-IV

patience,

G-V

benignity,

G-VI

goodness,

G-VII

longanimity,

G-VIII

²³Mildness,

G-IX

faith,

G-X

modesty, continency, chastity. Against such there is no law.

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St. Anthony Mary Claret Meditation Points: [top]

Fruit: Charity, begging it of God, and on our part doing good works.

1-Ten days after His Ascension, Jesus sends His Holy Spirit

2-Mary, the Apostles and disciples have all gathered in the Cenacle in fervent prayer

3-On Pentecost Sunday at 9:00 a.m. the Holy Spirit comes upon them

4-All are filled with the Holy Spirit and begin to speak of God’s wonders in different languages

5-Their minds are enlightened and they become very wise

6-Their hearts are enkindled with the fire of holy love

7-They who before were cowardly, now fear no one and rejoice to be able to suffer for Jesus

8-St. Peter preaches. With his first sermon he converts three thousand and with the second, five thousand

9-The Apostles go all over the world and preach the holy Gospel and give their lives for love of Jesus

10-“O Holy Ghost, come upon all the Faithful and enkindle all of us with the fire of divine love.”

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THE ROSARY MEDITATED TO GAIN HUMILITY. [top]

Third Mystery. — The Descent of the Holy Ghost.
Since Mary is the most humble of creatures, she shares most abundantly in the gifts and fruits of the Holy Ghost. After her Divine Son, she can most truly say: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me.”
Yes, truly, the Spirit of light “hath had regard to the humility of His handmaid.” |

O Mary, since it was whilst in prayer with the Apostles and for the Apostles * that thou didst receive the plenitude of the Holy Ghost, invoke for me that Spirit-Creator. Obtain that He may come and fill my heart to the exclusion of every thought of pride! May He create in me a new spirit, the spirit of truth and humility of which He is the ineffable Source!

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First Glorious Mystery: The Resurrection

Posted on November 25, 2023September 25, 2024 by priestdirector

For the virtue of Faith.

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2 Timothy 2⁸Be mindful that the Lord Jesus Christ is risen again from the dead, of the seed of David, according to my gospel.

St. Matthew 28:1-10 [top]

A-I

28 And in the end of the sabbath, when it began to dawn towards the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalen and the other Mary, to see the sepulchre.

A-II

²And behold there was a great earthquake. For an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and coming, rolled back the stone, and sat upon it.

A-III

³And his countenance was as lightning, and his raiment as snow.

A-IV

⁴And for fear of him, the guards were struck with terror, and became as dead men.

A-V

⁵And the angel answering, said to the women: Fear not you; for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified.

A-VI

⁶He is not here, for he is risen, as he said. Come, and see the place where the Lord was laid.

A-VII

⁷And going quickly, tell ye his disciples that he is risen: and behold he will go before you into Galilee; there you shall see him. Lo, I have foretold it to you.

A-VIII

⁸And they went out quickly from the sepulchre with fear and great joy, running to tell his disciples.

A-IX

⁹And behold Jesus met them, saying: All hail. But they came up and took hold of his feet, and adored him.

A-X

¹⁰Then Jesus said to them: Fear not. Go, tell my brethren that they go into Galilee, there they shall see me.

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St. Mark 16:1-14 [top]

B-I

16 And when the sabbath was past, Mary Magdalen, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, bought sweet spices, that coming, they might anoint Jesus.

B-II

²And very early in the morning, the first day of the week, they come to the sepulchre, the sun being now risen.

B-III

³And they said one to another: Who shall roll us back the stone from the door of the sepulchre?
⁴And looking, they saw the stone rolled back. For it was very great.

B-IV

⁵And entering into the sepulchre, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, clothed with a white robe: and they were astonished.

B-V

⁶Who saith to them: Be not affrighted; you seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified: he is risen, he is not here, behold the place where they laid him.
⁷But go, tell his disciples and Peter that he goeth before you into Galilee; there you shall see him, as he told you.

B-VI

⁸But they going out, fled from the sepulchre. For a trembling and fear had seized them: and they said nothing to any man; for they were afraid.

B-VII

⁹But he rising early the first day of the week, appeared first to Mary Magdalen, out of whom he had cast seven devils.

B-VIII

¹⁰She went and told them that had been with him, who were mourning and weeping.
¹¹And they hearing that he was alive, and had been seen by her, did not believe.

B-IX

¹²And after that he appeared in another shape to two of them walking, as they were going into the country.
¹³And they going told it to the rest: neither did they believe them.

B-X

¹⁴At length he appeared to the eleven as they were at table: and he upbraided them with their incredulity and hardness of heart, because they did not believe them who had seen him after he was risen again.

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St. Luke 24:1-46 [top]

C-I

24 And on the first day of the week, very early in the morning, they came to the sepulchre, bringing the spices which they had prepared.

C-II

²And they found the stone rolled back from the sepulchre.

³And going in, they found not the body of the Lord Jesus.

C-III

⁴And it came to pass, as they were astonished in their mind at this, behold, two men stood by them, in shining apparel.

C-IV

⁵And as they were afraid, and bowed down their countenance towards the ground, they said unto them: Why seek you the living with the dead?

C-V

⁶He is not here, but is risen. Remember how he spoke unto you, when he was in Galilee,

C-VI

⁷Saying: The Son of man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, and be crucified, and the third day rise again.

C-VII

⁸And they remembered His words.

C-VIII

⁹And going back from the sepulchre, they told all these things to the eleven, and to all the rest.

C-IX

¹⁰And it was Mary Magdalen, and Joanna, and Mary of James, and the other women that were with them, who told these things to the apostles.

C-X

¹¹And these words seemed to them as idle tales; and they did not believe them.
¹²But Peter rising up, ran to the sepulchre, and stooping down, he saw the linen cloths laid by themselves; and went away wondering in himself at that which was come to pass.

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Emmaus [top]

D-I

¹³And behold, two of them went, the same day, to a town which was sixty furlongs from Jerusalem, named Emmaus.
¹⁴And they talked together of all these things which had happened.

D-II

¹⁵And it came to pass, that while they talked and reasoned with themselves, Jesus himself also drawing near, went with them.
¹⁶But their eyes were held, that they should not know him.

D-III

¹⁷And he said to them: What are these discourses that you hold one with another as you walk, and are sad?
¹⁸And the one of them, whose name was Cleophas, answering, said to him: Art thou only a stranger to Jerusalem, and hast not known the things that have been done there in these days?

D-IV

¹⁹To whom he said: What things? And they said: Concerning Jesus of Nazareth, who was a prophet, mighty in work and word before God and all the people;

D-V

²⁰And how our chief priests and princes delivered him to be condemned to death, and crucified him.
²¹But we hoped, that it was he that should have redeemed Israel: and now besides all this, to day is the third day since these things were done.

D-VI

²²Yea and certain women also of our company affrighted us, who before it was light, were at the sepulchre,
²³And not finding his body, came, saying, that they had also seen a vision of angels, who say that he is alive.
²⁴And some of our people went to the sepulchre, and found it so as the women had said, but him they found not.

D-VII

²⁵Then he said to them: O foolish, and slow of heart to believe in all things which the prophets have spoken.
²⁶Ought not Christ to have suffered these things, and so to enter into his glory?

D-VIII

²⁷And beginning at Moses and all the prophets, he expounded to them in all the scriptures, the things that were concerning him.

D-IX

²⁸And they drew nigh to the town, whither they were going: and he made as though he would go farther.
²⁹But they constrained him; saying: Stay with us, because it is towards evening, and the day is now far spent. And he went in with them.

D-X

³⁰And it came to pass, whilst he was at table with them, he took bread, and blessed, and brake, and gave to them.
³¹And their eyes were opened, and they knew him: and he vanished out of their sight.

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E-I

³²And they said one to the other: Was not our heart burning within us, whilst he spoke in this way, and opened to us the scriptures?
³³And rising up, the same hour, they went back to Jerusalem: and they found the eleven gathered together, and those that were staying with them,

E-II

³⁴Saying: The Lord is risen indeed, and hath appeared to Simon.
³⁵And they told what things were done in the way; and how they knew him in the breaking of the bread.

E-III

³⁶Now whilst they were speaking these things, Jesus stood in the midst of them, and saith to them: Peace be to you; it is I, fear not.
³⁷But they being troubled and frightened, supposed that they saw a spirit.

E-IV

³⁸And he said to them: Why are you troubled, and why do thoughts arise in your hearts?

E-V

³⁹See my hands and feet, that it is I myself; handle, and see: for a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as you see me to have.

E-VI

⁴⁰And when he had said this, he shewed them his hands and feet.

E-VII

⁴¹But while they yet believed not, and wondered for joy, he said: Have you any thing to eat?

E-VIII

⁴²And they offered him a piece of a broiled fish, and a honeycomb.
⁴³And when he had eaten before them, taking the remains, He gave to them.

E-IX

⁴⁴And he said to them: These are the words which I spoke to you, while I was yet with you, that all things must needs be fulfilled, which are written in the law of Moses, and in the prophets, and in the psalms, concerning me.

E-X

⁴⁵Then he opened their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures.
⁴⁶And he said to them: Thus it is written, and thus it behoved Christ to suffer, and to rise again from the dead, the third day:

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St. John 20 [top]

F-I

20 And on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalen cometh early, when it was yet dark, unto the sepulchre; and she saw the stone taken away from the sepulchre.

F-II

²She ran, therefore, and cometh to Simon Peter, and to the other disciple whom Jesus loved, and saith to them: They have taken away the Lord out of the sepulchre, and we know not where they have laid him.

F-III

³Peter therefore went out, and that other disciple, and they came to the sepulchre.

F-IV

⁴And they both ran together, and that other disciple did outrun Peter, and came first to the sepulchre.

F-V

⁵And when he stooped down, he saw the linen cloths lying; but yet he went not in.

F-VI

⁶Then cometh Simon Peter, following him, and went into the sepulchre, and saw the linen cloths lying,

F-VII

⁷And the napkin that had been about his head, not lying with the linen cloths, but apart, wrapped up into one place.

F-VIII

⁸Then that other disciple also went in, who came first to the sepulchre: and he saw, and believed.

F-IX

⁹For as yet they knew not the scripture, that he must rise again from the dead.

F-X

¹⁰The disciples therefore departed again to their home.

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St. John 20:11-31 [top]

G-I

¹¹But Mary stood at the sepulchre without, weeping. Now as she was weeping, she stooped down, and looked into the sepulchre,

G-II

¹²And she saw two angels in white, sitting, one at the head, and one at the feet, where the body of Jesus had been laid.

G-III

¹³They say to her: Woman, why weepest thou? She saith to them: Because they have taken away my Lord; and I know not where they have laid him.

G-IV

¹⁴When she had thus said, she turned herself back, and saw Jesus standing; and she knew not that it was Jesus.

G-V

¹⁵Jesus saith to her: Woman, why weepest thou? whom seekest thou? She, thinking it was the gardener, saith to him: Sir, if thou hast taken him hence, tell me where thou hast laid him, and I will take him away.

G-VI

¹⁶Jesus saith to her: Mary. She turning, saith to him: Rabboni (which is to say, Master).

G-VII

¹⁷Jesus saith to her: Do not touch me, for I am not yet ascended to my Father. But go to my brethren, and say to them: I ascend to my Father and to your Father, to my God and your God.

G-VIII

¹⁸Mary Magdalen cometh, and telleth the disciples: I have seen the Lord, and these things he said to me.

G-IX

¹⁹Now when it was late that same day, the first of the week, and the doors were shut, where the disciples were gathered together, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in the midst, and said to them: Peace be to you.

G-X

²⁰And when he had said this, he shewed them his hands and his side. The disciples therefore were glad, when they saw the Lord.

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H-I

²¹He said therefore to them again: Peace be to you. As the Father hath sent me, I also send you.

H-II

²²When he had said this, he breathed on them; and he said to them: Receive ye the Holy Ghost.

H-III

²³Whose sins you shall forgive, they are forgiven them; and whose sins you shall retain, they are retained.

H-IV

²⁴Now Thomas, one of the twelve, who is called Didymus, was not with them when Jesus came.

H-V

²⁵The other disciples therefore said to him: We have seen the Lord. But he said to them: Except I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the place of the nails, and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.

H-VI

²⁶And after eight days again his disciples were within, and Thomas with them. Jesus cometh, the doors being shut, and stood in the midst, and said: Peace be to you.

H-VII

²⁷Then he saith to Thomas: Put in thy finger hither, and see my hands; and bring hither thy hand, and put it into my side; and be not faithless, but believing.

H-VIII

²⁸Thomas answered, and said to him: My Lord, and my God.

H-IX

²⁹Jesus saith to him: Because thou hast seen me, Thomas, thou hast believed: blessed are they that have not seen, and have believed.

H-X

³⁰Many other signs also did Jesus in the sight of his disciples, which are not written in this book.
³¹But these are written, that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God: and that believing, you may have life in his name.

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2 Timothy 1

J-I

^8blabour with the gospel, according to the power of God,

J-II

⁹Who hath delivered us and called us by his holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the times of the world.

J-III

¹⁰But is now made manifest by the illumination of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath destroyed death, and hath brought to light life and incorruption by the gospel:

Saint Anthony Mary Claret Meditation Points [top]

Fruit: Faith that Jesus has risen, that He is God and Man; that His doctrine and religion are divine.

1-Jesus’ Body is put in the tomb. His Soul goes to limbo to console the souls of the Holy Fathers

2-Jesus, in company with the holy souls, goes to the tomb on the third day and rises again

3-Jesus comes out of the tomb in glory. Soldiers see Him and are dumbfounded

4-Jesus appears to His Mother and leaves Her full of joy

5-Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene as gardener

6-Jesus appears to other Marys

7-Jesus appears to the Apostle Peter

8-Jesus appears to two disciples on their way to Emmaus

9-Jesus appears to the Apostles and gives them power to forgive sins

10-Jesus, appearing to His Apostles, has Thomas touch His wounds and rebukes his lack of faith.

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THE ROSARY MEDITATED TO GAIN HUMILITY. [top]

First Mystery.—The Resurrection.
Oh the joy of Mary on seeing her Son resurrected! on seeing the brilliancy that clothed Him! Where were now His sufferings and humiliations? Changed into untold glory!
O Mary, I am unworthy to share in thy joy, but let me bear with thee thy Son’s humiliations! This grace I beg thee to ask of God for me.

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Fifth Sorrowful Mystery: The Crucifixion and Death of Our Lord

Posted on November 25, 2023January 26, 2025 by priestdirector

For love of Jesus Crucified; For submission to God’s Will.

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St. Matthew; St. Mark; St. Mark-2 St. Luke; St. John; St. John-2; Acts; St. Paul; Galatians; St. Peter; Epistles of St. John
St. Anthony Mary Claret Meditations; Humility Meditations

St. Matthew 27:33-44 [top]

A-I

³³And they came to the place that is called Golgotha, which is the place of Calvary.
³⁴And they gave Him wine to drink mingled with gall. And when He had tasted, He would not drink.

A-II

³⁵And after they had crucified Him, they divided His garments, casting lots; that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, saying: They divided my garments among them; and upon my vesture they cast lots.

A-III

³⁶And they sat and watched Him.

A-IV

³⁷And they put over His head His cause written: THIS IS JESUS THE KING OF THE JEWS.

A-V

³⁸Then were crucified with Him two thieves: one on the right hand, and one on the left.

A-VI

³⁹And they that passed by, blasphemed Him, wagging their heads,

A-VII

⁴⁰And saying: Vah, thou that destroyest the temple of God, and in three days dost rebuild it: save thy own self: if thou be the Son of God, come down from the cross.

A-VIII

⁴¹In like manner also the chief priests, with the scribes and ancients, mocking, said:
⁴²He saved others; himself he cannot save. If he be the king of Israel, let him now come down from the cross, and we will believe him.

A-IX

⁴³He trusted in God; let him now deliver him if he will have him; for he said: I am the Son of God.

A-X

⁴⁴And the selfsame thing the thieves also, that were crucified with Him, reproached Him with.

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St. Matthew 27:44-54 [top]

B-I

⁴⁵Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over the whole earth, until the ninth hour.

B-II

⁴⁶And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying: Eli, Eli, lamma sabacthani? that is, My God, My God, why hast Thou forsaken Me?

B-III

⁴⁷And some that stood there and heard, said: This man calleth Elias.

B-IV

⁴⁸And immediately one of them running took a sponge, and filled it with vinegar; and put it on a reed, and gave Him to drink.

B-V

⁴⁹And the others said: Let be, let us see whether Elias will come to deliver Him.

B-VI

⁵⁰And Jesus again crying with a loud voice, yielded up the ghost.

B-VII

⁵¹And behold the veil of the temple was rent in two from the top even to the bottom, and the earth quaked, and the rocks were rent.

B-VIII

⁵²And the graves were opened: and many bodies of the saints that had slept arose,

B-IX

⁵³And coming out of the tombs after His resurrection, came into the holy city, and appeared to many.

B-X

⁵⁴Now the centurion and they that were with him watching Jesus, having seen the earthquake, and the things that were done, were sore afraid, saying: Indeed this was the Son of God.

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Mark 15:22-31 [top]

C-I

²²And they bring Him into the place called Golgotha, which being interpreted is, The place of Calvary.

C-II

²³And they gave Him to drink wine mingled with myrrh; but He took it not.

C-III

²⁴And crucifying Him, they divided His garments, casting lots upon them, what every man should take.

C-IV

²⁵And it was the third hour, and they crucified Him.

C-V

²⁶And the inscription of His cause was written over: THE KING OF THE JEWS.

C-VI

²⁷And with Him they crucify two thieves; the one on His right hand, and the other on His left.

C-VII

²⁸And the scripture was fulfilled, which saith: And with the wicked He was reputed.

C-VIII

²⁹And they that passed by blasphemed Him, wagging their heads, and saying: Vah, thou that destroyest the temple of God, and in three days buildest it up again;

C-IX

³⁰Save thyself, coming down from the cross.

C-X

³¹In like manner also the chief priests mocking, said with the scribes one to another: He saved others; Himself He cannot save.

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Mark 15:32-41 [top]

D-I

³²Let Christ the king of Israel come down now from the cross, that we may see and believe. And they that were crucified with Him reviled Him.

D-II

³³And when the sixth hour was come, there was darkness over the whole earth until the ninth hour.

D-III

³⁴And at the ninth hour, Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying: Eloi, Eloi, lamma sabacthani? Which is, being interpreted, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken Me?

D-IV

³⁵And some of the standers by hearing, said: Behold He calleth Elias.

D-V

³⁶And one running and filling a sponge with vinegar, and putting it upon a reed, gave Him to drink, saying: Stay, let us see if Elias come to take him down.

D-VI

³⁷And Jesus having cried out with a loud voice, gave up the ghost.

D-VII

³⁸And the veil of the temple was rent in two, from the top to the bottom.

D-VIII

³⁹And the centurion who stood over against Him, seeing that crying out in this manner He had given up the ghost, said: Indeed this man was the son of God.

D-IX

⁴⁰And there were also women looking on afar off: among whom was Mary Magdalen, and Mary the mother of James the less and of Joseph, and Salome:

D-X

⁴¹Who also when He was in Galilee followed Him, and ministered to Him, and many other women that came up with Him to Jerusalem.

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St. Luke 23:33-49 [top]

E-I

³³And when they were come to the place which is called Calvary, they crucified Him there; and the robbers, one on the right hand, and the other on the left.
³⁴And Jesus said: Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do. But they, dividing His garments, cast lots.

E-II

³⁵And the people stood beholding, and the rulers with them derided Him, saying: He saved others; let him save himself, if he be Christ, the elect of God.

E-III

³⁶And the soldiers also mocked Him, coming to Him, and offering Him vinegar,
³⁷And saying: If thou be the king of the Jews, save thyself.

E-IV

³⁸And there was also a superscription written over Him in letters of Greek, and Latin, and Hebrew: THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS.

E-V

³⁹And one of those robbers who were hanged, blasphemed Him, saying: If thou be Christ, save thyself and us.

E-VI

⁴⁰But the other answering, rebuked Him, saying: Neither dost thou fear God, seeing thou art condemned under the same condemnation?
⁴¹And we indeed justly, for we receive the due reward of our deeds; but this man hath done no evil.

E-VII

⁴²And he said to Jesus: Lord, remember me when Thou shalt come into Thy kingdom.
⁴³And Jesus said to him: Amen I say to thee, this day thou shalt be with Me in paradise.

E-VIII

⁴⁴And it was almost the sixth hour; and there was darkness over all the earth until the ninth hour.
⁴⁵And the sun was darkened, and the veil of the temple was rent in the midst.

E-IX

⁴⁶And Jesus crying out with a loud voice, said: Father, into Thy hands I commend My spirit. And saying this, He gave up the ghost.
⁴⁷Now the centurion, seeing what was done, glorified God, saying: Indeed this was a just man.

E-X

⁴⁸And all the multitude of them that were come together to that sight, and saw the things that were done, returned striking their breasts.
⁴⁹And all His acquaintance, and the women that had followed Him from Galilee, stood afar off, beholding these things.

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St. John 19:18-27 [top]

F-I

¹⁸Where they crucified Him, and with Him two others, one on each side, and Jesus in the midst.

F-II

¹⁹And Pilate wrote a title also, and he put it upon the cross. And the writing was: JESUS OF NAZARETH, THE KING OF THE JEWS.

F-III

²⁰This title therefore many of the Jews did read: because the place where Jesus was crucified was nigh to the city: and it was written in Hebrew, in Greek, and in Latin.

F-IV

²¹Then the chief priests of the Jews said to Pilate: Write not, The King of the Jews; but that he said, I am the King of the Jews.

F-V

²²Pilate answered: What I have written, I have written.

F-VI

²³The soldiers therefore, when they had crucified him, took his garments, (and they made four parts, to every soldier a part,) and also his coat. Now the coat was without seam, woven from the top throughout.

F-VII

²⁴They said then one to another: Let us not cut it, but let us cast lots for it, whose it shall be; that the scripture might be fulfilled, saying: They have parted my garments among them, and upon my vesture they have cast lots. And the soldiers indeed did these things.

F-VIII

²⁵Now there stood by the Cross of Jesus, His Mother, and His Mother’s sister, Mary of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalen.

F-IX

²⁶When Jesus therefore had seen His Mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His Mother: Woman, behold thy son.

F-X

²⁷After that, He saith to the disciple: Behold thy Mother. And from that hour, the disciple took her to his own.

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St. John 19:28-37 top]

G-I

²⁸Afterwards, Jesus knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the scripture might be fulfilled, said: I thirst.

G-II

²⁹Now there was a vessel set there full of vinegar. And they, putting a sponge full of vinegar and hyssop, put it to His mouth.

G-III

³⁰Jesus therefore, when He had taken the vinegar, said: It is consummated. And bowing His head, He gave up the ghost.

G-IV

³¹Then the Jews, (because it was the parasceve,) that the bodies might not remain on the cross on the sabbath day, (for that was a great sabbath day,) besought Pilate that their legs might be broken, and that they might be taken away.

G-V

³²The soldiers therefore came; and they broke the legs of the first, and of the other that was crucified with him.

G-VI

³³But after they were come to Jesus, when they saw that He was already dead, they did not break His legs.

G-VII

³⁴But one of the soldiers with a spear opened His side, and immediately there came out blood and water.

G-VIII

³⁵And he that saw it, hath given testimony, and his testimony is true. And he knoweth that he saith true; that you also may believe.

G-IX

³⁶For these things were done, that the scripture might be fulfilled: You shall not break a bone of Him.

G-X

³⁷And again another scripture saith: They shall look on Him whom they pierced.

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Galatians [top]

H-I

4²⁴And they that are Christ’s, have crucified their flesh, with the vices and concupiscences.

H-II

6¹⁴But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ; by whom the world is crucified to me, and I to the world.

1 Peter [top]

H-III

2²⁴Who His own self bore our sins in His body upon the tree: that we, being dead to sins, should live to justice: by Whose stripes you were healed.

H-IV

2²⁵For you were as sheep going astray; but you are now converted to the shepherd and bishop of your souls.

H-V

3¹⁷For it is better doing well (if such be the will of God) to suffer, than doing ill.

H-VI

3¹⁸Because Christ also died once for our sins, the just for the unjust: that He might offer us to God, being put to death indeed in the flesh, but enlivened in the spirit,

Colossians

H-VII

1²⁰And through Him to reconcile all things unto Himself, making peace through the blood of His Cross, both as to the things that are on earth, and the things that are in heaven.

H-VIII

1²¹And you, whereas you were some time alienated and enemies in mind in evil works:
1²²Yet now He hath reconciled in the body of his flesh through death, to present you holy and unspotted, and blameless before Him:

H-IX

2¹³And you, when you were dead in your sins, and the uncircumcision of your flesh; he hath quickened together with him, forgiving you all offences:

H-X

2¹⁴Blotting out the handwriting of the decree that was against us, which was contrary to us. And He hath taken the same out of the way, fastening it to the cross:
2¹⁵And despoiling the principalities and powers, He hath exposed them confidently in open shew, triumphing over them in Himself.

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St. Anthony Mary Claret Meditation Points: [top]

Fruit: To pardon my enemies in imitation of Jesus and Mary.

1-Jesus is disrobed and stretched out on the Cross

2-Jesus is nailed, Hands and Feet, to the Cross

3-Men … raise up the Cross on which Jesus is nailed, Who stains it with the Blood from His Wounds

4-The first Word Jesus says from the Cross is a prayer for the pardon of His enemies

5-Jesus promises paradise to the good thief

6-Jesus entrusts His disciple to His Mother, and in him all of us, so that She may accept us as Her children

7-Jesus prays: “My God, My God, why hast Thou forsaken Me?”

8-Jesus says, “I thirst”; and they give Him gall with vinegar to drink

9-Jesus says, “It is finished.” Everything is fulfilled

10-With a loud, forceful voice, Jesus prays: “Father, into Thy Hands I commend My Spirit.” He bows His Head and dies.

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THE ROSARY MEDITATED TO GAIN HUMILITY. [top]

Fifth Mystery.—Jesus crucified.
Does not the example of Jesus in His ignominious passion confound and instruct us? Was not the God-Saviour humbled enough before Caiphas, Herod, and Pilate in the streets and public places of Jerusalem? Must He now be nailed to a gibbet and exposed to the jeers of the multitude?
O God, Thy people were terrified when, amid thunders and lightning, Thou didst proclaim Thy Law from Sinai’s height. Ah, what should be our consternation at seeing Thee publish from the summit of Calvary Thy holy law of humility!
Lord Jesus! either cease to speak to me or convert me at once! Shatter my pride as Thou didst the rock of Calvary, and make me docile to Thy voice.
O Mary, thou didst faithfully lay up in thy heart all God’s words to thee! Obtain that, at no instant of my life, I may forget what thy dear Son teaches me, what He cries out to me in this mystery.

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Meditation

Joyful Mysteries

Sorrowful Mysteries

Glorious Mysteries

Luminous Mysteries

Epistle of St. Peter:

1 Corinthians 1:22-24

1 Corinthians 2:7-9

Suffering Servant Prophesy in Isaiah 53

Diverse Church Fathers on the Meaning of the Passion of Jesus

The Memorare

PREFACE

About Rosary Meditations

PRAYERS TO OBTAIN HUMILITY.

Verses Pertaining to Sets of Mysteries:

Joyful Mysteries

Luminous Mysteries:

Sorrowful Mysteries:

Glorious Mysteries:

Third Joyful Mystery

First Glorious Mystery

Second Glorious Mystery

Third Glorious Mystery

St. Matthew 13:43 [top]

St. Luke 1:48-49 [top]

Galatians 4:22-31 [top]

St. James 5:16b [top]

I Peter 4

I Peter 5

II Peter 3

1 Corinthians 13

St. Matthew 25

1 Timothy 1

2 Timothy 2

Judith 15

Saint Anthony Mary Claret Meditation Points [top]

Revelation 12:1-17 [top]

John 8

Romans [top]

Hebrews 12 [top]

1 Timothy 5

1 Peter 5 [top]

Saint Anthony Mary Claret Meditation Points [top]

2 Timothy 114

Acts 2 (Set I)[top]

Acts 2 (Set 2)

St. Mark 16:20 [top]

St. John 15

Ephesians [top]

Romans 8

Romans 8

Romans 8

Galatians 4 [top]

St. Anthony Mary Claret Meditation Points: [top]

St. Matthew 28:1-10 [top]

St. Mark 16:1-14 [top]

St. Luke 24:1-46 [top]

Emmaus [top]

St. John 20 [top]

St. John 20:11-31 [top]

2 Timothy 1

Saint Anthony Mary Claret Meditation Points [top]

St. Matthew 27:33-44 [top]

St. Matthew 27:44-54 [top]

Mark 15:22-31 [top]

Mark 15:32-41 [top]

St. Luke 23:33-49 [top]

St. John 19:18-27 [top]

St. John 19:28-37 top]

Galatians [top]

1 Peter [top]

Colossians

St. Anthony Mary Claret Meditation Points: [top]

2 Timothy 1¹⁴