The Rosary of Our Lady [Paperback]

Romano Guardini (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 1998

There s more to the Rosary than most people think . . . and this book shows you just how much more. In these illuminating pages, Msgr. Romano Guardini explains clearly and simply why devotion to Mary is appropriate for all Christians and shows how repetition of the prayers in the Rosary -- when done properly -- is the ideal form of Marian devotion. He explains each of the fifteen mysteries of the Rosary, revealing the meaning and importance of each, and suggests themes for deeper meditation. With this knowledge, you ll find your Rosary prayers will be richer and more rewarding.

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Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 148 pages
• Publisher: Sophia Institute Press (August 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0918477786
• ISBN-13: 978-0918477781
• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 4.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #373,501 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An unsurpassed initiation to the Rosary, April 10, 1999

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This review is from: The Rosary of Our Lady (Hardcover)

Guardini's small book on the Rosary is a splendid meditation which can offer benefit both to those unfamiliar to the Rosary as a devotion and to those who presently pray the Rosary. The brief length of the book belies the wealth of wisdom and faith that can be found inside. The short passages demand only one reading to have lasting impact on its reader, yet Guardini's words will draw the reader back for repeated readings, only to discover a deeper sense of mystery and beauty each time. Do not be surprised if something in this book moves you to tears! Guardini does not need flowerly prose to engage his readers. Rather, he speaks simply and plainly so to convey concisely the very core of the eternal Christian mystery as seen through the example of Mary. This book is all the more powerful for this fact and its simple (yet not simplistic) and direct tone makes it a prefect, timeless tool for comtemporary Christians who hunger for a deepened sense of meaning and mystery in their faith life but get fustrated by "superfluousness" and "trendiness" of other spiritual guides. Recommended for both those beginning a Rosary devotion or those wishing to deepen an ongoing one.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Guardini Makes Sense of the Rosary, May 21, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Rosary of Our Lady (Hardcover)

Like most Catholic school kids, we prayed the Rosary occasionally at school, but it was just a bunch of Hail Mary's and Our Father's and I have to say I didn't get much out of the Rosary at that time.

Guardini's book made the Rosary much more real for me. It's a short book and won't take you long to read, but you will read it again and again. There's so much in the few pages that you will be amazed at what you rediscover every time you read this book.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is an act of contemplation., October 29, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: The Rosary of Our Lady (Hardcover)

The Rosary of Our Lady, by Romano Guardini, is a meditation on the rosary and the meaning of the rosary. It is, in itself, like a visit to a haven - or garden - of contemplation. It is restful, beautiful, deep and illuminating. It is a very sweet, holy little book, and discusses the form of the rosary, the person of Mary, Christ, and our faith. It is, like all of Guardini's books, highly recommended and well worth reading. Romano Guardini's books are, in my opinion, the most important spiritual books of this century - he was a great great author.