Franciscan Crown of the Seven Joys

We contemplate the goings of Mary, from the hand of Saint Francis.

Marian Rosary tradicional · Franciscan

Also called "Rosario Seráfica," was born in the 15th century in the Franciscan family. In front of the painful crown, this one contemplates the seven joys of the Virgin Mary. Seventy-two Avemariah are prayed, one for every year that, according to tradition, the Mother of God lived on earth.

Structure: 7 joys · 1.

Fruit: alegría, gratitud, confiance

Total: 72 Avemariah (the years of the Virgin)

How to pray

1. Sign of the Cross and initial prayer: "O God, come in my help; Lord, hurry to help me. Glory to the Father..."

2. In each of the seven joys: put it together, measure it, and pray. a Father and ten Avemarias. At the end of each joy: "Blessed and praised be the holy and immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God."

3. At the end of the seven, pray two more Avemarias (to complete 72) and a Father and Avemaria for the intentions of the Holy Father.

The seven joys of Mary

1a La Annunciación

The Angel greets Mary and she conceives the Son of God. The joy of the "yes" that changes history.

2nd La Visitación

Mary takes Christ to Elizabeth's house and her soul proclaims the Magnificat. The joy of serving and praising.

3. The Birth of Jesus

The Saviour is born in Bethlehem. The joy of contemplating God made a Child in his arms.

4th The Adoration of the Magi Kings

The Magi recognize and worship the King. The joy of seeing Jesus manifested to all peoples.

5th The finding of the Child in the Temple

After three days, Mary finds her Son again. The joy of reencounter and faith that does not give up.

6. The Resurrection of the Lord

The Son, dead on the Cross, resurrects glorious. The full joy of Easter that rinses all tears.

7th The Assumption and Coronation of Mary

The Mother is taken to heaven in body and soul and crowned Queen. The joy that will not end.

Closing prayer

Virgin of joys, which you enjoyed as no one the presence of your Son: it fills our heart with true joy, which is born of God and is not turned off in trials. Teach us to praise the Lord with your Magnificat, until you enjoy yourself forever in heaven. Amen.

When you finish, you can offer this Rosary like a rose to the Virgin in the Rosary Garden.

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Sources: Corona Franciscana or "Rosario Seráfica" (Franciscan family, 15th century, period of San Bernardino de Siena); structure and the seven joys verified with Aleteia, projectoemaus.com and the Franciscan Seglar Order.

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