Prayer

Fourth Luminous Mystery: the transfiguration

The Fourth Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, entitled "The Transfiguration of Jesus", is a central event in the life of Jesus who reveals his divine glory to his disciples. This episode is recounted in the Gospels according to Matthew (17:1-9), Mark (9:2-10) and Luke (9:28-36), and offers us a profound vision of Jesus' divine nature as well as his redemptive mission. Read more...

Third Luminous Mystery: the proclamation of the Kingdom of God and the invitation to conversion

The Third Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, entitled "The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God and the Invitation to Conversion", is a central pillar of Jesus' teaching and ministry. This mystery invites us to contemplate the words and actions of Jesus as he proclaims the coming of the Kingdom of God and calls men and women to conversion and belief in the Gospel. The Synoptic Gospels - Matthew, Mark and Luke - recount this fundamental theme of Jesus' mission.Early in his public ministry, after his baptism and temptation in the desert, Jesus began to preach in Galilee. According to Mark's Gospel, he proclaimed, "The time is fulfilled and the Kingdom of God is at hand. Repent and believe in the Good News" (Mark 1, 15). These words sum up the essence of his message and his call. Read more...

Second luminous mystery: the wedding at Cana

The Second Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, known as the "Wedding at Cana", is a significant event in the life of Jesus, recounted in the Gospel according to John (2:1-11). This account describes Jesus' first public miracle, revealing his glory and inaugurating his public ministry. The story takes place at a wedding in Cana, a village in Galilee. Mary, the mother of Jesus, is present, and Jesus and his disciples are also invited to the party. While the festivities are in full swing, a major problem arises: the wine runs out. In the Jewish culture of the time, such a shortage would have been seen as a great embarrassment for the bride and groom and their families. Read more...

The first luminous mystery: the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River

The First Luminous Mystery of the Rosary, entitled "The Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan", marks the beginning of Jesus' public life and is of particular importance in Christian tradition. This event is recounted in the Gospels according to Matthew (3:13-17), Mark (1:9-11) and Luke (3:21-22), and reveals the divine nature of Jesus as well as his saving mission. Read more...

Fifth Joyful Mystery: Jesus found in the temple

The Fifth Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, entitled "Jesus found in the Temple", is a landmark story in the life of Jesus that highlights his divine wisdom from an early age. This event, recounted in the Gospel according to Luke (2:41-52), takes place when Jesus is twelve years old and highlights both his humanity and divinity. Read more...