ROSARY OF THE SEVEN SORROWS CHAPLET

The Rosary of the Seven Sorrows of Mary is actually a chaplet that consists of seven groups of seven beads, with three additional beads and a Crucifix. The seven groups of seven Hail Marys are recited in remembrance of the Seven Sorrows of Mary: 1. The Prophecy of Simeon2. The Flight into Egypt3. The Loss of the Child Jesus in the Temple4. Mary meeting Jesus as He carried His Cross5. The Crucifixion6. Mary receiving the Body of Jesus from the Cross7. Jesus' Body being placed in the tomb Three Hail Marys are added in remembrance of the tears Mary shed because of the suffering of her Divine Son. This "Seven Sorrows" chaplet has 7mm black glass beads and pictures of the Seven Sorrows around the chaplet. The center and crucifix are made of silver oxidized metal. The rosary measures 21 3/8" long. Gift box included.