The Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary
The Luminous Mysteries are prayed on Thursdays. There are five; for each one we pray an Our Father, ten Hail Marys and a Glory Be, thinking about that moment in the life of Jesus and Mary.
First luminous mystery: The Baptism of Christ in the Jordan
Matthew 3:17
And behold a voice from heaven, saying: This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.
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Second luminous mystery: The Wedding Feast at Cana
John 2:5
His mother saith to the waiters: Whatsoever he shall say to you, do ye.
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Third luminous mystery: Jesus’ Proclamation of the Coming of the Kingdom of God
Mark 1:14-15
14And after that John was delivered up, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God, 15And saying: The time is accomplished, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent, and believe the gospel.
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Fourth luminous mystery: The Transfiguration
Luke 9:35
And a voice came out of the cloud, saying: This is my beloved Son; hear him.
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Fifth luminous mystery: The Institution of the Eucharist
Luke 22:19
And taking bread, he gave thanks, and brake; and gave to them, saying: This is my body, which is given for you. Do this for a commemoration of me.
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The other mysteries
- Joyful Mysteries (Mondays and Saturdays)
- Sorrowful Mysteries (Tuesdays and Fridays)
- Glorious Mysteries (Wednesdays and Sundays)