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The Holy Rosary

A guided Rosary: the mysteries of the day, the Gospel passages behind them and a short reflection. Pray at your own pace.

Luminous Mysteries

  1. The Baptism of the Lord

    Scripture: Matthew 3:13–17

    Editorial Jesus stands in line with sinners, and the Father calls him beloved. I am also called by name and loved.

    Written by BibleForSI editors, pending review. Not a liturgical text.

  2. The Wedding at Cana

    Scripture: John 2:1–11

    Editorial Mary notices a need and points to Jesus: "Do whatever he tells you." Whose quiet need can I notice today?

    Written by BibleForSI editors, pending review. Not a liturgical text.

  3. The Proclamation of the Kingdom

    Scripture: Mark 1:14–15

    Editorial "The kingdom of God is at hand: repent and believe." Conversion is a turning toward good news, not away from hope.

    Written by BibleForSI editors, pending review. Not a liturgical text.

  4. The Transfiguration

    Scripture: Matthew 17:1–8

    Editorial On the mountain the disciples glimpse glory, then walk down with Jesus. Light is given for the road, not to escape it.

    Written by BibleForSI editors, pending review. Not a liturgical text.

  5. The Institution of the Eucharist

    Scripture: Luke 22:14–20

    Editorial On the night he was betrayed, Jesus gives himself. Love that remains present is stronger than the night.

    Written by BibleForSI editors, pending review. Not a liturgical text.

Bead tracker

Pray with voice Synthetic voice (AI)

A synthetic voice (AI) leads the prayers and the beads move with it. It starts only when you tap; you can lock your screen and use the media controls.

How to pray

Use the buttons, or the left and right arrow keys while the tracker has focus. Your place is saved only on this device.

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The Sign of the Cross

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen.

Latin

In nomine Patris, et Filii, et Spiritus Sancti. Amen.

Frequently asked questions

Which mysteries of the Rosary are prayed today?

By custom: the Joyful mysteries on Monday and Saturday, the Sorrowful on Tuesday and Friday, the Glorious on Wednesday and Sunday, and the Luminous on Thursday. This page opens on today's set.

How is a decade of the Rosary prayed?

Announce the mystery, then pray one Our Father, ten Hail Marys while meditating on it, and one Glory Be. Many add the Fatima prayer after each decade.

How long does the Rosary take?

Five decades usually take about 15 to 20 minutes at a calm pace.

Prayer texts and sources
  • Traditional Latin text (Missale Romanum / Breviarium Romanum tradition). Public domain.
  • Traditional English wording, A Catechism of Christian Doctrine (Baltimore, 1885) and earlier Douay-era prayer books. Public domain.
  • Texto tradicional del Catecismo de la doctrina cristiana de Gaspar Astete (1599) y reimpresiones del siglo XIX, ortografía modernizada. Dominio público.
  • Fatima prayer: shown in Latin only; the provenance of vernacular wordings is not yet verified.
  • Mysteries by weekday: John Paul II, Rosarium Virginis Mariae (2002), §38.