The Sorrowful Mysteries

1st Sorrowful Mystery . The Agony of Jesus in the garden
"Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsemane. [...] He advanced a little and fell prostrate in prayer. 'My Father, if it is possible, let this up pass me by.'" Mt 26: 36 & 39,

Fruit of the Mystery: Sorrow for Sin


2nd Sorrowful Mystery . The scourging of Jesus at the pillar
The people said "Let his blood be upon us and upon our children." At that, he released Barabbas to them. Jesus, however, he first had scourged. Mt 27: 25.26

Fruit of the Mystery: Purity


3rd Sorrowful Mystery . The Crowning with Thorns
They stripped off his clothes and wrapped him in a scarlet cloak. Weaving a crown out of thorns, they fixed it on his head and began to mock him. Mt 27: 28.29

Fruit of the Mystery: Courage


4th Sorrowful Mystery . The Carrying of the Cross
Jesus was led away, and carrying the cross by himself, went out to what is called the Place of the Scull. There they crucified him. Jn 19:17.18

Fruit of the Mystery: Patience


5th Sorrowful Mystery . The crucifixion and death of Jesus
The curtain in the sanctuary was torn in two. Jesus uttered a loud cry and said, "Father, into Your hands I commend my spirit." After this, he expired. Lk 23: 45.46

Fruit of the Mystery: Perseverance