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October 7 · Memorial · White

Our Lady of the Rosary

Instituted after the Christian fleet's victory at Lepanto in 1571, attributed to rosaries prayed across Europe. The fifteen mysteries (now twenty) walk through Christ's life with Mary's contemplation.

When is the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary?

The feast is celebrated on October 7 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary?

The feast of Our Lady of the Rosary is celebrated on October 7 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was Our Lady of the Rosary?

Instituted after the Christian fleet's victory at Lepanto in 1571, attributed to rosaries prayed across Europe. The fifteen mysteries (now twenty) walk through Christ's life with Mary's…

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