How do you pray the short rosary?

How to Pray the Rosary

1. On the crucifix, make the sign of the cross and then pray the Apostles’ Creed.
2. On the next large bead, say the Our Father.
3. On the following three small beads, pray three Hail Marys.
4. On the chain, pray the Glory Be.
5. On the large bead, meditate on the first mystery and pray the Our Father.

Can you pray the rosary in parts?

The Rosary can be divided into three parts: the introduction, the five decades, and the conclusion. The introduction consists of the cross and the four beads following it, which together mean the Apostles’ Creed, one Our Father, and three Hail Marys.

What is the proper way to hold a rosary?

Drape the beads to the left of the crucifix over your fingers with the crucifix facing upright, letting the rest of the beads fall in a circle below your fingers. Use your thumb to hold the first bead against your index finger. This bead will be used to say the first prayer of the rosary.

Are there short rosary meditations for the elderly?

Short Rosary Meditations for the Elderly, Ill, and Homebound ~From the Hearts of Jesus and Mary~ Rita Ring Shepherds of Christ Publications Madison, Indiana El Paso, Texas Table of Contents

Is the Rosary of the Discalced Carmelite habit?

The six-decade Rosary was later adopted as the Rosary of the Discalced Carmelite habit, with a large medal of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in addition to, or even in place of, the crucifix found on the Dominican Rosary.

How many decades do you recite the Rosary?

It is customary to recite five decades of the Rosary at a time while meditating on one set of mysteries. A soul allows the words of the prayer to be spoken while its heart is united in recollected meditation on the life of Christ. From its beginings the Rosary was known as the Psalter of Jesus and Mary.

What’s the best way to pray the Rosary?

How to Pray the Rosary 1 Make the Sign of the Cross and say the ApostlesÕ Creed. 2. Say the Our Father. 3. Say 3 Hail Marys. 4. Say the Glory Be to the Father. 5. Announce the First Mystery,then say the Our Father. 6. Say 10 Hail Marys.