5 Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary

The Sorrowful Mysteries lead us through the Passion of Christ. With Mary we stay near the cross, asking for a share in his redeeming love.

Traditional day

Traditionally prayed on Tuesday · Friday. You may choose this set any day.

The five mysteries

1. 1. The Agony in the Garden

   Jesus prays in Gethsemane: “Not my will, but thine be done.”

   Fruit: Contrition · Matthew 26:36–46

2. 2. The Scourging at the Pillar

   For our healing he is wounded; love accepts the cost of our redemption.

   Fruit: Purity · John 19:1

3. 3. The Crowning with Thorns

   The King of kings is mocked; yet his kingdom is not of this world.

   Fruit: Moral courage · Matthew 27:27–31

4. 4. The Carrying of the Cross

   Jesus takes up the cross and walks the way of love to Calvary.

   Fruit: Patience · John 19:16–17

5. 5. The Crucifixion

   From the cross he gives his mother and his life — “It is finished.”

   Fruit: Perseverance · John 19:18–30

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