What are the sorrows of Mary?

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I’ve been seeing this term lately and I was wondering if so,done here could explain what they are and what they mean?
 
They refer to the specific seven times in the life of Mary and her relationship to Jesus.


  1. *]The Prophecy of Saint Simeon. (Luke 2:34–35)
    *]The escape and Flight into Egypt. (Matthew 2:13)
    *]The Loss of the Child Jesus in the Temple of Jerusalem. (Luke 2:43–45)
    *]The Meeting of Mary and Jesus on the Via Dolorosa.
    *]The Crucifixion of Jesus on Mount Calvary. (John 19:25)
    *]The Piercing of the Side of Jesus, and His Descent from the Cross. (Matthew 27:57–59)
    *]The Burial of Jesus by Joseph of Arimathea. (John 19:40–42)

    There are devotions (prayers, novenas and reflections) that specifically relate to these. As a mother myself, sometimes it brings me closer to Jesus, knowing that Mary, his mother, suffered some of the things that I have, and in so many ways, much worse. Sometimes it’s as simple as losing a child in a store for a while, and having that fear, not knowing where your little one is. And of course, any mother who has seen her child suffer, as a result of disease, bullying, trauma, is consoled by the Mother who has been there.
 
The seven sorrows of Mary are
Simeon’s prophecy at the presentation of what was to come for Christ through His Passion and death.Also,that Jary’s heart would be pierced with a sword,meaning she too would suffer alongside her Son.

Flight into Egypt…leaving the comforts of their hone to flee Herod’s soldiers

Losing the Christ Child in the Temple

Carrying of the Cross.Patiently walking along side her Son,as he carried his Cross

The Crucifixion.Silently suffering as she stood at the foot of the cross,watching her beloved Son suffer until his death

Taking Christ down from the cross.Grieving as she held him in her arms
The burial of Christ.Sorrow as she prepared Christ for his tomb.
 
marlap2 said:
They refer to the specific seven times in the life of Mary and her relationship to Jesus.


  1. *]The Prophecy of Saint Simeon. (Luke 2:34–35)
    *]The escape and Flight into Egypt. (Matthew 2:13)
    *]The Loss of the Child Jesus in the Temple of Jerusalem. (Luke 2:43–45)
    *]The Meeting of Mary and Jesus on the Via Dolorosa.
    *]The Crucifixion of Jesus on Mount Calvary. (John 19:25)
    *]The Piercing of the Side of Jesus, and His Descent from the Cross. (Matthew 27:57–59)
    *]The Burial of Jesus by Joseph of Arimathea. (John 19:40–42)

    There are devotions (prayers, novenas and reflections) that specifically relate to these. As a mother myself, sometimes it brings me closer to Jesus, knowing that Mary, his mother, suffered some of the things that I have, and in so many ways, much worse. Sometimes it’s as simple as losing a child in a store for a while, and having that fear, not knowing where your little one is. And of course, any mother who has seen her child suffer, as a result of disease, bullying, trauma, is consoled by the Mother who has been there.
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  1. Absolutely! This and also that she is an exemplar role model for all of us,in showing us the strength to face our trials and sufferings with patience and faith in God’s plan.🙂
 
I only remained on the Cross of Calvary for three hours, but on the interior Cross of My Heart, my whole life… These sufferings remained hidden during My life. I smiled, I labored. Only My Mother was aware of this martyrdom which crushed My loving Heart."
  • Jesus to Ven. Concepcion Cabrera de Armida
 
I’ve always wondered why the death of St. Joseph didn’t make this list?
 
turtle18 said:
I’ve always wondered why the death of St. Joseph didn’t make this list?
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My guess:

Because St. Joseph died with Jesus and Mary; therefore his death was uniquely beautiful. I imagine his death was very tranquil; full of longing, hope and love. I think St. Joseph probably died of love, like some Saints.
 
marlap2 said:
They refer to the specific seven times in the life of Mary and her relationship to Jesus.


  1. *]The Prophecy of Saint Simeon. (Luke 2:34–35)
    *]The escape and Flight into Egypt. (Matthew 2:13)
    *]The Loss of the Child Jesus in the Temple of Jerusalem. (Luke 2:43–45)
    *]The Meeting of Mary and Jesus on the Via Dolorosa.
    *]The Crucifixion of Jesus on Mount Calvary. (John 19:25)
    *]The Piercing of the Side of Jesus, and His Descent from the Cross. (Matthew 27:57–59)
    *]The Burial of Jesus by Joseph of Arimathea. (John 19:40–42)

    There are devotions (prayers, novenas and reflections) that specifically relate to these. As a mother myself, sometimes it brings me closer to Jesus, knowing that Mary, his mother, suffered some of the things that I have, and in so many ways, much worse. Sometimes it’s as simple as losing a child in a store for a while, and having that fear, not knowing where your little one is. And of course, any mother who has seen her child suffer, as a result of disease, bullying, trauma, is consoled by the Mother who has been there.
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  1. Thank you.
 
As with any Rosary there are many various ways to recite.

Generally, however;

Begin with a sign of the Cross, a Confiteor, then the Pater Noster, announce the first Sorrow "Prophecy of Simeon, then seven hail Mary’s. No other prayers. Next the second Sorrow, the "Flight into Egypt, then the Pater Noster and seven Ave’s (Hail Mary’s) No other prayer. The third Sorrow, the “Loss of the child Jesus in the Temple”, then the Pater Noster and seven Ave’s (Hail Mary’s). Then the fourth Sorrow, the “Meeting of Jesus and Mary on the Way of the Cross”, the Pater Noster, seven Ave’s, no other prayer.

Same procedure with the fifth Sorrow, “Crucifixion and Death of Jesus”, and the sixth Sorrow, the “Taking down of Jesus from the Cross and placing Him in the arms of His mother”, and the seventh Sorrow, “Jesus is placed in the tomb”.

Finish we three Ave’s in memory of the “Tears shed by Mary for the Suffering of her Divine Son”.

Some folks add here “for the Intentions of the Holy Father”, a Pater Noster, an Ave, and a Glory Be.

Finish with three “Virgin Most Sorrowful, pray for us” and the sign of the Cross.

There are also several Scriptural readings that can be done between each Sorrow.

I highly recommend this Rosary (some call it a chaplet) With the scripture readings, I have seen people break down in tears, myself included.
 
Sorry, I didn’t finish answering your question.

Here is a photo of the type of Rosary to use. seven sets of seven beads plus three on the end. Plus 7 medals depicting the 7 sorrows. And a medal with the Crucifix to start and finish with.
 
The “Rosary of the Seven Sorrows” is also called the “Servite Rosary.” Today is an optional memorial of the Seven Holy Founders of the Servite Order. I pray this Rosary daily during Lent and find it a very powerful aid in my spiritual life.
 
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