Rosary Guide St Dominic Receiving the Rosary from the Virgin – Alonso Miguel de Tovar The Mysteries of the Rosary help us meditate on the life of Jesus Christ through the eyes of His Blessed Mother, the Virgin Mary. Each set of mysteries focuses on key moments in salvation history. This page links to full […]
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The Holy Rosary Caravaggio – Madonna of the Rosary – 1605 Table of Contents Introduction to the Rosary Definition and Purpose The Holy Rosary is one of the most cherished prayers in the Catholic Church. It is both a spoken and meditative prayer that helps believers reflect on key events in the life of Jesus
The Five First Saturdays – A Devotion of Reparation What is the Five First Saturdays Devotion? The Five First Saturdays is a Marian devotion requested by the Blessed Mother through Sister Lucia, one of the Fatima visionaries. This Saturday devotion asks the faithful to dedicate five consecutive Saturdays to honor the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
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How to Pray the Rosary Guide to A Most Powerful Prayer Sassoferrato – The Virgin In Prayer – 1640 Table of Contents Introduction The Rosary is a cornerstone Catholic prayer that leads us through the life of Jesus Christ while honoring His Mother, the Blessed Virgin Mary. It’s rooted in Scripture—especially the Gospels of Luke
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The Rich History of the Rosary: A Century-by-Century Journey Dominikus von Tizian – Titan – 1565 Table of Contents Conception of the Rosary – Early 13th Century In the 13th century, many people think that Saint Dominic, who founded the Dominican Order, introduced the rosary. According to the story, the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to
Barrabbas: The Man Set Free at the Crucifixion of Jesus Barrabbas – James Tissot – 1886-1894 Table of Contents Introduction The name Barrabbas echoes through the annals of history, forever tied to a moment of extraordinary significance during the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. This mysterious figure, a criminal spared from execution in an unprecedented exchange,
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Pontius Pilate: The Life and Legacy of the Historic Roman Fifth Prefect Ecce Homo – Mihaly Munkacsy – 1896 Introduction Pontius Pilate, a name etched into history, holds a pivotal role in the narrative of Jesus Christ and the events leading to his crucifixion. Serving as the fifth Prefect of the Roman province of Judaea,
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The Fifth Prefect The term “Prefect” in the context of a Roman province refers to a regional governor or administrator appointed by the Roman Emperor. The Prefect held executive authority in the province and was responsible for overseeing various aspects of governance, including maintaining law and order, collecting taxes, and implementing imperial policies. The title