The Luminous Mysteries - Meditations based on the Akathist and the Litany of Loreto

The Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan

Hail, through whom transgression is blotted out,
through whom paradise is opened to us,
who regenerate those conceived in sin,
bringing forgiveness to many sinners.
Morning Star, Mother of the Church, Queen conceived without original sin, Holy Mary – pray for us.

The Wedding at Cana

Hail, through whom joy shines forth,
who are the foretaste of Christ's miracles,
surpassing all desire of love,
bridal companion of holy souls,
bridal chamber of pure espousals.
Help of Christians, Mother of divine grace, Queen of families, Holy Mary – pray for us.

The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God

Hail, who enlighten the minds of believers,
tidings that provoke the opposition of the faithless,
who transcend the knowledge of all the wise,
who prove the learned unlearned,
for you fill the nets of the Fishermen.
Queen of Prophets, Mother of good counsel,
Holy Mary – pray for us.

The Transfiguration

Hail, for you send forth to us the shining Light,
showing us the angelic life,
who revealed your mystery to no one,
who clothe us in glory,
canopy wider than a cloud over the world.
Gate of heaven, Mirror of justice,
Holy Mary – pray for us.

The Institution of the Eucharist

Hail, table full of the riches of reconciliation,
for you prepare for us a meadow of sweet delights,
Handmaid of the Holy Food,
life of the mystical and joyful banquet,
flowing with milk and honey.
Ark of the covenant, Health of the sick,
Mother most pure, Holy Mary – pray for us.