The Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary
The Resurrection and the glory that follows. They are prayed on Wednesdays and Sundays. Below are the five mysteries with their scripture and fruit, and a counter to pray along.
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Start praying with Rosary & MercyThe five Glorious Mysteries
1First Mystery: The Resurrection
The women find the tomb empty and hear that Jesus is risen, as He said.
Fruit of the mystery: Faith
Mark 16:1–8
2Second Mystery: The Ascension
Jesus returns to the Father and promises the Holy Spirit to His disciples.
Fruit of the mystery: Hope and desire for heaven
Acts 1:6–11
3Third Mystery: The Descent of the Holy Spirit
At Pentecost the Spirit comes upon Mary and the apostles, and the Church goes out to every nation.
Fruit of the mystery: Love of God
Acts 2:1–13
4Fourth Mystery: The Assumption of Mary
At the end of her earthly life, Mary is taken body and soul into heavenly glory.
Fruit of the mystery: The grace of a holy death
Revelation 12:1; CCC 966
5Fifth Mystery: The Coronation of Mary
Mary is crowned Queen of heaven and earth and remains a mother to us all.
Fruit of the mystery: Trust in Mary’s intercession
Revelation 12:1
How to pray this rosary
Begin on the crucifix with the Sign of the Cross and the Apostles' Creed. Pray an Our Father, three Hail Marys and a Glory Be. Then, for each mystery, announce it, pray an Our Father, ten Hail Marys, a Glory Be and the Fatima Prayer. Finish with the Hail, Holy Queen.
Which mysteries on which day
| Day | Mysteries |
|---|---|
| Monday | Joyful Mysteries |
| Tuesday | Sorrowful Mysteries |
| Wednesday | Glorious Mysteries |
| Thursday | Luminous Mysteries |
| Friday | Sorrowful Mysteries |
| Saturday | Joyful Mysteries |
| Sunday | Glorious Mysteries |
Many Catholics pray the Joyful Mysteries on Sundays of Advent and Christmas, and the Sorrowful Mysteries on Sundays of Lent.