The Church's Art - Paintings of the Mysteries of the Rosary
The Sorrowful Mysteries
The Agony in the Garden
Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsemani. He advanced a little and fell prostrate in prayer. "My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass me by."
Matt 26,36 & 39
The Scourging at the Pillar
The people said, "Let his blood be upon us and upon our children." At that, he released Barabbas to them. Jesus, however, he first had scourged. Matt 27,25-26
The Crowning with Thorns
They stripped off his clothes and wrapped him in a scarlet cloak. Weaving a crown out of thorns, they fixed it on his head and began to mock him.
Matt 27,28-29
The Carrying of the Cross
Jesus was led away, and carrying the cross by himself, went out to what is called the Place of the Skull. There they crucified him.
John 19,17-18
The Crucifixion and Death of Jesus
The curtain in the sanctuary was torn in two, Jesus uttered a loud cry and said, "Father, into Your hands I commend my spirit." After this, he expired.
Luke 23,45-46