Rosary Meditations for Parents and Children - Shepherds of Christ ...

THE SEVEN SORROWS OF MARY
1. The Prophecy of Simeon
Mary, Joseph and the Child Jesus went to the Temple.
Simeon, the prophet, inspired by the Holy Spirit, met
them and told Joseph and Mary of the great sufferings
of Jesus and Mary. He told Mary that a sword would
pierce her heart. From that point on, Mary ever
remembered the prophecy of Simeon whenever she
beheld her child. When she looked at His little body,
even as an infant, she knew He would suffer. Every time
she clothed Him and watched Him at play, her heart
was torn in her chest as she knew what He would suffer.
And a sword, too, shall pierce your heart, O Mary!
2. The Flight into Egypt
Joseph was told by the angel to flee. Joseph, Mary and
the Child Jesus had to flee because of what might happen
to Jesus. They had to pack for a long stay. The
Child Jesus was so small! They left on their journey,
hearts full of fear, trying to protect Jesus. They were
forced to flee into Egypt.
3. The Loss of the Child Jesus in the Temple
Imagine the sufferings in Mary’s heart when she realized
the Child Jesus was not with them. Think of how it
would be to lose your child and not know where he was
or if anything happened to him. With sorrow in their
hearts, Mary and Joseph returned to Jerusalem to look
for the Child Jesus. And a sword, too, shall pierce your
heart, O Mary!