Zone1 Why the rosary is a most important prayer/meditation all Christians should say daily

[ninja007]

Roman Catholic View of Mary​

The Roman Catholic Church claims that praying the Rosary properly venerates Mary since they claim,


Mary has by grace been exalted above all angels and men to a place second only to her Son, as the most holy mother of God who was involved in the mysteries of Christ: she is rightly honored by a special cult in the Church. From the earliest times the Blessed Virgin is honored under the title of Mother of God, whose protection the faithful take refuge together in prayer in all their perils and needs.[3]


Mary is also considered by Catholics to be a co-mediator and a co-redeemer. The Roman Catholic Church states that the Rosary encompasses the gospel. Praying the Rosary is also said to provide special graces and protection against various evils, including false teaching. Praying the Rosary is said to provide partial removal of the punishment that we deserve for our sins while we are here on earth. Roman Catholic doctrine also teaches that a person can earn a complete “relief” from all stored up punishment at the time of praying the Rosary, receiving the sacraments of confession, receiving the Eucharist, and offering prayers for the Pope. That is a brief overview of the Roman Catholic Rosary. However, it is important to know that other religions use the rosary also.

Does the Bible Mention the Rosary?​

Does the Bible refer to the Rosary? The answer is no! The concept of praying the Rosary using a string of beads, is never mentioned in Scripture because it is a human invention. It is not biblical and it is not of God. The Roman Catholics defend the “prayer of the Rosary” by showing that some phrases can be found in the Bible, but most of the “Hail Mary” prayer and “Hail Holy Queen” prayer cannot be found in the Bible. In fact, parts of the prayers are not only unbiblical; they are absolutely heretical.

Hail Mary Prayer​

For example in the “Hail Mary” prayer, the phrases “full of grace,” “Holy Mary,” and “Mother of God” are never said of Mary in the Bible. The phrase “Blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb . . .” can be found in the Bible in Luke 1:42. “Hail, Mary” is the greeting the angel used in Luke 1:28 in the KJV. In the prayer, the request for Mary to “pray for sinners” is not biblical.

Hail Holy Queen Prayer​

The entire prayer called the “Hail Holy Queen” prayer is unbiblical. A few examples of statements that cannot be found in the Bible are “Hail Holy Queen,” “Mother of Mercy,” “To thee we send up our sighs,” “most gracious advocate” and “Holy Mother of God.”


The Bible says that Jesus is our advocate in 1 John 2:1.

My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. And if anyone sins, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous . . . 1 John 2:1 (NASB)

Scripture never refers to Mary as being our advocate. This means that the Roman Catholic Church falsely teaches that Mary is our advocate when in truth only Jesus is our Advocate. The Roman Catholic Church is teaching false doctrine.

The Bible Says to Worship Only God​

Additionally, the Bible encourages us to pray to God and not to men or women. Jesus encouraged us to pray to the Father in Matthew 6:9-13. Jesus never encouraged us to pray to Mary. To pray to anyone other than God is a violation of the second of the Ten Commandments. We are not to worship anyone other than God. For example, in Acts 10:24-26 we read that a Gentile called Cornelius had bowed and worshipped Peter. Notice Peter’s reply.

On the following day he entered Caesarea. Now Cornelius was waiting for them and had called together his relatives and close friends. When Peter entered, Cornelius met him, and fell at his feet and worshiped him. But Peter raised him up, saying, “Stand up; I too am just a man.” Acts 10:24–26 (NASB)

Peter said, “Stand up; I too am just a man.” Mary was just a woman. Another example is Acts 14:13–15. Here a group of pagans fell down and worshipped the apostle Paul. Notice how Paul responded.

The priest of Zeus, whose temple was just outside the city, brought oxen and garlands to the gates, and wanted to offer sacrifice with the crowds. But when the apostles Barnabas and Paul heard of it, they tore their robes and rushed out into the crowd, crying out and saying, “Men, why are you doing these things? We are also men of the same nature as you, and preach the gospel to you that you should turn from these vain things to a living God, WHO MADE THE HEAVEN AND THE EARTH AND THE SEA AND ALL THAT IS IN THEM. Acts 14:13-15 (NASB)

Just as Peter did, Paul stopped them from worshipping him.


In Matthew 4:10, Jesus tells Satan that we are to worship only God. That is, no one should bow down and worship Mary, and they should not pray to her either. It is a sin to worship and pray to Mary. The behaviors associated with “venerating Mary” are identical to acts of worship.

What the Bible Teaches About Mary​

In addition, Mary was not holy. In Mary’s prayer, “The Magnificat,” Mary calls God her “Savior.” The prayer is found in Luke 1:46-55. Mary states that she needs a Savior and calls God her Savior. Since only sinners need a Savior, Mary admits in prayer to God that she was a sinner in need of a Savior. She said this just after Jesus was conceived in her womb. Jesus, the holy Son of God, was born without a sin nature. In contrast, Mary was not immaculately conceived.


Finally, it is amazing that the Roman Catholic Church has adopted the title “Queen of Heaven” for Mary since the title occurs five times in the Bible in reference to a pagan goddess. Each time it is applied to the idols of the goddesses called “Ashtoreth,” “Astarte” and to the wife of Baal or Molech (Jeremiah 7:17–19; 44:16–27).[4] Why did the Roman Catholic Church give the name of an idol to Mary? It may be that God allowed that to happen to further reveal that Roman Catholicism is a false religion.


In summary, praying the Rosary does not provide forgiveness of our sins, give relief from punishment, or provide certain graces; nor does it give us victory over hell. Praying the Rosary is a deceptive practice that cannot be found in the Bible. It is heretical.

Does the Bible Teach Praying to Mary?​

The Bible never teaches us to pray to Mary. One cannot find any verses that encourage us to pray to Mary. There are no verses that say anyone prayed to Mary. But we do find Jesus encouraging us to pray to God the Father in Matthew 6:9-15. The Lord’s Prayer is found in this passage of Scripture. The studies, “Lord’s Prayer” and “The Lord’s Prayer,” will provide wonderful insights into how to pray to God the Father. There are many examples of the early Christians being encouraged to pray to God the Father and also examples of prayer to the Father (Acts 16:25; 2 Corinthians 13:7; Philippians 4:6; Colossians 1:3; Hebrews 13:15).


We also find an example of the martyr Stephen praying to Jesus when he was being stoned to death in Acts 7:59-60. But we cannot find any examples of prayers to the Holy Spirit. They do not exist. In addition, there are no examples of prayers to the saints or deceased family members.


Prayer is an act of worship of God. Hebrews 4:16 encourages us to go to the throne of grace so that we may receive mercy and find grace. It does not tell us to go to Mary. Prayer is an act of humility since we seek help from God. We must remember that the definition of the Greek word for prayer, proseuche, refers to an address made to God. Therefore, anyone who prays to Mary commits blasphemy. It is blasphemy to pray to anyone other than God the Father and the Son of God.

Conclusion:​

The Rosary is a pagan practice – not a Biblical one. The Rosary cannot be found in the Bible. The Rosary promises benefits which it cannot provide. The Rosary is doctrinal error since God has already given us different directions for prayer.


If you are a Christian, did you know that God has already forgiven all of your sins? If you are depending on Jesus to forgive your sins, then God has forgiven you and considers you to be holy. Listen to this wonderful verse.

Do you not know that you are a temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? If any man destroys the temple of God, God will destroy him, for the temple of God is holy, and that is what you are. 1 Corinthians 3:16-17 (NASB)

Did you notice that Christians are the temple of God and that He considers us to be holy? Did you know that God already considers or views you to be in heaven?

. . . and raised us up with Him, and seated us with Him in the heavenly places, in Christ Jesus . . . Ephesians 2:6 (NASB)

God considers Christians to be spiritually seated in heaven while we are physically still here on earth. Positionally, we are in heaven even while we are still on earth. God has already forgiven ALL of your sins even though you still sin. He has already forgiven all of your past sins, present sins, and your future sins. But that does not mean you are free to sin. A true Christian will not want to sin since it is offensive to Jesus. In fact, if we sin and do not admit or confess that we have sinned, God will start disciplining us.


It is wonderful to know that God restores the sweetness of our fellowship with Him when we simply confess our sins. Confession is not begging God to forgive our sins. God does not forgive us because we have done some form of penance or suffered in some way in this life. Confession literally means “to admit.” God asks us to humble ourselves by admitting that we are sinners and by naming those sins we have committed. He forgives us because He has promised to forgive us. When we confess our sins to Him, the Holy Spirit ceases to be grieved and is then free to control us. Men have added penance and a Rosary. Why should we suffer more when Jesus suffered on the cross for us 2,000 years ago? Are you struggling with some past sin or sins? If so, maybe this will help from a gentleman already in Heaven.

What does the Bible say about praying the Rosary?

The Bible does not say anything about the rosary that Roman Catholics use. The rosary does not provide for absolution of sins or bring favor.

www.neverthirsty.org

 

[ninja007]

Is praying the rosary biblical?​

Historically, the rosary was intended by the Roman Catholic Church as an affordable way to teach and recite prayers. During medieval times, there were many faithful who could not afford a Psalter (a written collection of the Psalms) or who were entirely illiterate. Traveling priests would use strings of beads to help people memorize and recite Scripture (What is the Rosary, and the History of the Rosary | The Catholic Company®). It grew from there to encompass prayers associated with the life of Jesus. As a tool to teach prayer and meditation, the original intentions and uses of the rosary were in line with Scripture's emphasis on both.

However, it is in the "Hail Mary" and "holy Queen" sections of the rosary, as well as the promised expectations of the rote prayers, that we do not find any scriptural basis. In fact, praying to Mary is directly against the Bible's teaching. Our prayer should only ever be directed to God (Hebrews 4:14–16; 7:25; 10:19–22; Romans 8:26–27). Treating prayer as a formula that leads to our intended end or produces a specific benefit if said the correct way the correct number of times is a complete misunderstanding of the nature and purpose of prayer (Matthew 6:5–13; 1 John 5:14–15).

The Hail Mary prayer is based on Luke 1:26–33, when the angel Gabriel appeared to tell Mary that she would become the mother of Jesus, the Savior. Gabriel greets Mary by saying, "Greetings, O favored one, the Lord is with you!" (Luke 1:28). The word "greetings" (chairo in Greek) can also be translated as "hail" or "ave," which has the weight of formality and honor usually reserved for kings. Certain translations of this interaction render it, "Hail Mary, full of grace," which is the basis of the rosary prayer.

There is no argument that Mary was indeed a very special person in God's plan for humanity's redemption. The point at which we must distinguish what is and is not scriptural is attributing to Mary any kind of ability to intercede on our behalf or to see her as one outside the need of the saving grace only available through Jesus Christ. The emphasis on praying to Mary through the rosary is based on a belief that she was somehow sinless and so close to God as to be one who could intercede for others. There is nowhere in the Bible that we see this. In fact, Scripture is very clear that we have only one mediator and that is Jesus Christ (1 Timothy 2:5).

Likewise, praying the rosary has been associated with promises like removal of sin, special graces and protection, receiving anything they pray for, special standings in heaven, and so on. Again, there is no biblical basis for these promises associated with a recitation of certain prayers in a certain order a certain number of times (Matthew 6:7–8). The removal of sin is only by grace through faith in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:4–9). All those who believe are promised the same spiritual protection and grace, and nowhere are we promised to have our prayers answered exactly how we would like them to be answered. All is grace in Christ Jesus.

Our example for prayer comes from Jesus Himself. Though Jesus' model of prayer, often referred to as the Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:5–15), is included in the praying of the rosary, as well as used by rote in Protestant churches, Jesus modeled an intimate prayer life with God that was not by memorization but through honest, fervent prayers like the one in the garden of Gethsemane (Luke 22:39–46). It is not wrong to pray the prayers we see in Scripture or other biblically-sound, pre-written prayers; but we are to pray with our minds and our hearts (1 Corinthians 14:15; John 4:24), actually communicating with our heavenly Father, not merely reciting words. This is the type of prayer life God wants for us in our relationship with Him (Philippians 4:8; 1 Thessalonians 5:17; Hebrews 4:14–16; 10:19–23). All the spiritual blessings and inheritance of faith we enjoy are because of and through Jesus Christ, the only Savior (Ephesians 1:3–14).

Is praying the rosary biblical?

Is praying the rosary biblical? Should I pray the rosary?

www.compellingtruth.org

 

[Batcat]

OK, first there is Fatima 1917 when the Virgin appeared to the 3 children who were shepherding sheep.

She told them to pray the rosary for sinners who are on their way to Hell, which according to my information is 99% of the human race.

She told the one boy, can't recall his name, that he would/could also go to Heaven like the others, but that he would "have to pray many rosaries"

Wow... If even a CHILD has to pray many rosaries to get to Heaven--!

How much more imperative is it that we adults do so?

Where in the Bible does it instruct us to say the Rosary?

I say the Lord’s Prayer everyday. It is in the New Testament.

Matthew 6:5-15

New International Version

Prayer​

5 “And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. 7 And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. 8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you needbefore you ask him.
9 “This, then, is how you should pray:
“‘Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
10 your kingdomcome,
your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
11 Give us today our daily bread.
12 And forgive us our debts,
as we also have forgiven our debtors.
13 And lead us not into temptation,[a]
but deliver us from the evil one.[b]’
14 For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15 But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.

 

[Innocynioc]

The original and oldest Christian church, the Baptists, doesn't recognize the significance of material objects such as Rosary beads. Instead each individual is expected to form a spiritual bond to Christ, and it is to Jesus Christ or God that we pray.

 

[Meriweather]

Jesus said He was the way. He didn't say, "My work on the cross wasn't sufficient enough for you to enter Heaven, therefore use these beads to finish my work."

The rosary is not about finishing anything. It is remembering our Biblical story of mankind, his fall, his redemption and salvation. In remembering, we recall all of God's blessings and it becomes a prayer of thanksgiving. The rosary is the Bible from Genesis to Revelation.

Notice that some have to first change the rosary into something it is not in order to attack it.

 

[1miseryindex]

Where in the Bible does it instruct us to say the Rosary?

I say the Lord’s Prayer everyday. It is in the New Testament.

Matthew 6:5-15​

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Where in he Bible does it say that in 2024 a man named Trump will be the front runner for the Republicans... etc etc..

I mean, get real

The Bible as we know it wasn't even around until the printing press was invented in 1440. The Church Christ founded WAS around and had been for 1440 plus years

 

[1miseryindex]

The original and oldest Christian church, the Baptists, doesn't recognize the significance of material objects such as Rosary beads. Instead each individual is expected to form a spiritual bond to Christ, and it is to Jesus Christ or God that we pray.

just like a protestant to focus on the material rather than the spiritual vis a vis the rosary!

Only someone who has never prayed it would say such a thing

 

[1miseryindex]

Where in the Bible does it instruct us to say the Rosary?

Where does it say we cannot?

End of problem

 

[OhPleaseJustQuit]

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I can't find the story online, but I remember hearing about a grandmother who prayed the Rosary for each of her 13 grandchildren every day!

Admirable! I can hear that devil hollering at her to stop!

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[OhPleaseJustQuit]

Where does it say we cannot?

End of problem

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They sure do love that old sola scriptura.

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[OhPleaseJustQuit]

The original and oldest Christian church, the Baptists, doesn't recognize the significance of material objects such as Rosary beads. Instead each individual is expected to form a spiritual bond to Christ, and it is to Jesus Christ or God that we pray.

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I think the twelve Apostles would disagree with you.

But isn't it wonderful to live in America, where you get to have an opinion?

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[1miseryindex]

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I think the twelve Apostles would disagree with you.

But isn't it wonderful to live in America, where you get to have an opinion?

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the baptists are the oldest "church"???

OMG

These people know NOTHING about history!

Unbelievable how IGNORANT people are! No wonder our country is in the damn sewer...

 

[OhPleaseJustQuit]

the baptists are the oldest "church"???

OMG

These people know NOTHING about history!

Unbelievable how IGNORANT people are! No wonder our country is in the damn sewer...

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Yep!

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[1miseryindex]

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They sure do love that old sola scriptura.

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They love it illogically (so shocking, I know!!)

Because it is just as logical to say Why can't I do (whatever). It doesn't say in the Bible I cannot.

Abortion comes to mind.

Because it doesn't say Abortion is a mortal sin

in the Bible

Many denoms say it is OK

No wonder our country is in the sewer!

 

[OhPleaseJustQuit]

They love it illogically (so shocking, I know!!)

Because it is just as logical to say Why can't I do (whatever). It doesn't say in the Bible I cannot.

Abortion comes to mind.

Because it doesn't say Abortion is a mortal sin

in the Bible

Many denoms say it is OK

No wonder our country is in the sewer!

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I guess if the Bible doesn't say we can't sexually mutilate our children, that must make it okay.

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[buttercup]

They love it illogically (so shocking, I know!!)

Because it is just as logical to say Why can't I do (whatever). It doesn't say in the Bible I cannot.

Abortion comes to mind.

Because it doesn't say Abortion is a mortal sin

in the Bible

Many denoms say it is OK

No wonder our country is in the sewer!

The whole idea of "mortal sin" is unbiblical. The bible says that even one sin means one is guilty and in need of salvation.

Does the Bible teach mortal and venial sin? | GotQuestions.org

Does the Bible teach mortal and venial sin? Does the Bible distinguish between mortal sins and venial sins?

www.gotquestions.org

When a church adds on to the bible, the adding on parts become mere religion.

But more importantly, we are strongly and clearly commanded to not add on to the bible.

"Do not add to what I command you and do not subtract from it, but keep the commands of the Lord your God that I give you." - Deuteronomy 4:2

"I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues described in this book, 19 and if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God will take away his share in the tree of life and in the holy city, which are described in this book." - Revelation 22:18-19

Bible Gateway passage: Deuteronomy 4:2, Revelation 22:18-19 - English Standard Version

You shall not add to the word that I command you, nor take from it, that you may keep the commandments of the LORD your God that I command you.

www.biblegateway.com

 

[buttercup]

OhPleaseJustQuit, what did I say that you think is false? If you think the doctrine of "mortal and venial sins" is biblical, make your case scripturally. Simply posting a false news emoji doesn't cut it.

 

[OhPleaseJustQuit]

OhPleaseJustQuit, what did I say that you think is false? If you think the doctrine of "mortal and venial sins" is biblical, make your case scripturally. Simply posting a false news emoji doesn't cut it.

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So call the cops.

I'll wait.





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[buttercup]

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So call the cops.

I'll wait.


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What?

The point was that if you think something is false, then show why it is false. Is it so wrong for me to ask you to back yourself up scripturally?

 

[OhPleaseJustQuit]

What?

The point was that if you think something is false, then show why it is false. Is it so wrong for me to ask you to back yourself up scripturally?

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So........................................

Put me in jail.





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