History of the Rosary
The Rosary and the Battle of Lepanto
The Rosary and the Battle of Lepanto At various times in history, the rosary has been cited as a decisive factor in the outcome of significant battles. The fight for control of the Mediterranean and the conquest of Europe was one of them. The Battle of Lepanto, in 1571, would be the largest naval engagement... »
The Public Rosary – A Prayer of Proven Might
By, Lawrence P. Grayson The Rosary is a powerful prayer that has proven to be effective numerous times throughout history. Our Lady has often interceded with Our Lord to alter the course of events when people have asked for her assistance through this invocation. One of the earliest, history-altering incidents affected by the Rosary occurred... »
What Can We Not Acheive?
By, Lawrence P. Grayson Most Catholics are familiar with the Rosary. Virtually all have or have had one at some point in their lives. But how often do they say it? Have you ever thought: What is the Rosary? How did it come into existence? Why is it special? The Rosary consists principally of three prayers,... »
A Brief History of the Rosary
by Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur October has long been the month dedicated to the Rosary. Pope St. Pius V established the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary (October 7th) in 1573 to thank God for the victory of Christians over the Turks at Lepanto, a victory attributed to the praying of the rosary. Pope Clement XI... »
History of the Rosary
History of the rosary The devotion of the rosary can be traced back to the 9th century, when monks would recite the 150 psalms of the bible as part of their daily worship. Over time people became drawn to this beautiful, synchronized form of prayer. Although many people desired to make this prayer a... »
