Mother of Sorrows
During the 14th century, St. Bridget of Sweden (1303-1373) received a revelation from the Virgin Mary that seven graces would be granted to anyone who made devotions to the Holy Mother and her Seven Sorrows.
The Seven Sorrows
1. The prophecy of Simeon (Luke 2:34, 35).
2. The flight into Egypt (Matthew 2:13,14).
3. The loss of the Child Jesus in the temple (Luke 2:43-45).
4. The meeting of Jesus and Mary on the Way of the Cross.
5. The Crucifixion.
6. The piercing of the side of Jesus and the taking down of the Body of Jesus from the Cross.
7. The burial of Jesus.
The Seven Graces
1. Peace in the family.
2. Enlightenment about divine mysteries.
3. Consolation in times of pain. The Mother's presence in the devotee's work.
4. Prayers granted as long as they do not conflict with the will of God and the sanctification of souls.
5. Help in spiritual battles and constant protection.
6. Help and comfort at the moment of death. Devotees will see the Holy Mother's face.
7. All sins forgiven. Devotees will bypass purgatory and be taken directly into heaven.
The Seven Sorrows Devotion
Honor the Holy Blessed Mother daily by saying seven Hail Mary's with each of the seven sorrows and meditating on her tears and sorrows.
A Seven Sorrows Prayer
Holy Mother, you willingly endured the pain and suffering along with your son, Our Lord Jesus Christ. You felt every pain. You wept at every blow. You suffered the way all mothers suffer when their children are taken away from this world. We suffer with you. And honor your great love and devotion. Through Jesus Christ Our Lord, Amen.
Dawn Pisturino
November 11, 2019
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