The Luminous Mysteries – the Mysteries of Light – were given to the Church by St John Paul II in 2002. They meditate on the public life of Jesus, from His Baptism to the gift of the Eucharist. They are traditionally prayed on Thursdays.
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The Five Luminous Mysteries
- The Baptism of Christ in the Jordan (Matthew 3:16-17) – Fruit: openness to the Holy Spirit
- The Wedding Feast at Cana (John 2:1-5) – Fruit: to Jesus through Mary
- The Proclamation of the Kingdom (Mark 1:15) – Fruit: conversion
- The Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-2) – Fruit: desire for holiness
- The Institution of the Eucharist (Matthew 26:26) – Fruit: adoration
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Related Prayers
- Glorious Mysteries (Sundays & Wednesdays)
- Sorrowful Mysteries (Tuesdays & Fridays)
- Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
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Source note: Mysteries, Scripture references and fruits follow the USCCB, “How to Pray the Rosary” (usccb.org).