5 Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary

The Joyful Mysteries invite us into the quiet beginnings of our salvation — the Incarnation and childhood of Jesus, seen with Mary’s eyes of faith.

Traditional day

Traditionally prayed on Monday · Saturday. You may choose this set any day.

The five mysteries

1. 1. The Annunciation

   Mary hears the angel and answers with a humble yes — and the Word becomes flesh.

   Fruit: Humility · Luke 1:26–38

2. 2. The Visitation

   Mary goes in haste to Elizabeth; love of neighbor bears Christ to others.

   Fruit: Love of neighbor · Luke 1:39–56

3. 3. The Nativity

   The Savior is born in poverty; heaven’s joy enters a quiet night.

   Fruit: Poverty of spirit · Luke 2:1–20

4. 4. The Presentation

   Jesus is offered in the temple; Simeon and Anna recognize the light of the nations.

   Fruit: Obedience · Luke 2:22–40

5. 5. The Finding in the Temple

   After three days of searching, Mary and Joseph find Jesus among the teachers.

   Fruit: Joy in finding Jesus · Luke 2:41–52

See also the mysteries of the Rosary hub for all twenty, listed by day.