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The Fifteen Saturdays of the Most Holy Rosary Cover
The Fifteen Saturdays book opened to the Annunciation meditation and sacred painting
The Fifteen Saturdays book opened to the Scourging of Christ meditation and sacred painting
The Fifteen Saturdays book opened to the Visitation meditation and sacred painting
The Fifteen Saturdays of the Most Holy Rosary
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The Fifteen Saturdays of the Most Holy Rosary Cover

The Fifteen Saturdays of the Most Holy Rosary [Paperback]

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The Fifteen Saturdays is a forgotten treasure of Marian devotion—once widely practiced and now presented here in a richly illustrated new edition, inviting a renewed encounter with the Mysteries of the Rosary.

Originating with the Dominicans in the 17th century, this traditional Catholic devotion centers on the Mysteries of the Rosary. It consists of fifteen meditations based on the writings of St. Bartolo Longo, who published a work of the same title in the late 19th century.

Our edition draws heavily from Longo’s text, pairing the meditations with a unique series of fifteen paintings of the Mysteries of the Rosary from St. Paul’s Church, a historic Dominican church in Antwerp, Belgium.

Together, this cycle of paintings and meditations offers a distinctive and memorable way to contemplate the Mysteries of the Rosary in a slower, more intentional rhythm, encouraging deeper reflection and prayer. The meditations may be used as part of the Fifteen Saturdays devotion or read on their own.

To learn more about the Fifteen Saturdays devotion, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions below.

We also offer this item as an eBook.

The Fifteen Saturdays is a forgotten treasure of Marian devotion—once widely practiced and now presented here in a richly illustrated new edition, inviting a renewed encounter with the Mysteries of the Rosary.

Originating with the Dominicans in the 17th century, this traditional Catholic devotion centers on the Mysteries of the Rosary. It consists of fifteen meditations based on the writings of St. Bartolo Longo, who published a work of the same title in the late 19th century.

Our edition draws heavily from Longo’s text, pairing the meditations with a unique series of fifteen paintings of the Mysteries of the Rosary from St. Paul’s Church, a historic Dominican church in Antwerp, Belgium.

Together, this cycle of paintings and meditations offers a distinctive and memorable way to contemplate the Mysteries of the Rosary in a slower, more intentional rhythm, encouraging deeper reflection and prayer. The meditations may be used as part of the Fifteen Saturdays devotion or read on their own.

To learn more about the Fifteen Saturdays devotion, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions below.

We also offer this item as an eBook.

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Why You’ll Love It

  • A traditional Marian devotion, thoughtfully restored

  • Meditations paired with sacred art for deeper prayer

  • Rooted in the tradition of the Dominican Order

  • Enriched by the writings of St. Bartolo Longo

  • A simple, reverent way to reflect on the Mysteries of the Rosary

Frequently Asked Questions

The Fifteen Saturdays consists of spending fifteen consecutive Saturdays meditating on the traditional Mysteries of the Rosary. Each week, the basic structure of the devotion is as follows:

1. Attend Mass on Saturday (or Sunday) and offer your Communion in honor of the Mystery and for your intention.

2. Meditate on the Mystery on that Saturday (or Sunday).

3. Practice the virtue associated with the Mystery during the rest of the week.

What is the Fifteen Saturdays devotion?

Yes, St. Bartolo Longo emphasized that the Fifteen Saturdays should be done over fifteen uninterrupted Saturdays. Pope Leo XIII recognized that it may be impossible for some people to attend Mass on Saturdays, so he allowed for the devotion to alternatively be done over fifteen consecutive Sundays. If you are unable to receive the Eucharist on Saturdays due to work or other obligations, you may count your Sunday Mass as part of the devotion. The key is consistency—choose the day on which you can commit to attending Mass for fifteen consecutive weeks.

Do the fifteen Saturdays need to be consecutive?

The Fifteen Saturdays presents an opportunity to spend more time reflecting on each Mystery of the Rosary. It will give you a deeper appreciation and love for the Rosary, helping you to approach it not so much as a rote practice but as a way of deepening your relationship with Jesus and His Mother. The Fifteen Saturdays enables you to relive the Mysteries in your mind and heart, making them part of your own life.

How is the Fifteen Saturdays connected to the Rosary?

Our edition is based on Luigi Caturelli’s English translation of the 11th Italian edition of The Fifteen Saturdays of the Most Holy Rosary: A Very Efficacious Devotion to Obtain All Kinds of Graces by St. Bartolo Longo, which was printed in 1926. Revisions include correcting grammatical errors and updating words to reflect contemporary usage of the English language. Other minor changes have been made according to the discretion of the editor, who wished to preserve the authenticity of the original manuscript as much as possible. The purpose of these revisions is to help the modern reader pray with more ease, since the meditations are meant to encourage prayer rather than hinder it.

Are these meditations by St. Bartolo Longo?

Yes, the Fifteen Saturdays devotion is approved by the Catholic Church. Pope Leo XIII strongly supported the devotion and attached a plenary indulgence to its practice. More recently, Pope St. John Paul II and Pope Francis praised St. Bartolo Longo’s Fifteen Saturdays meditations. You can read their comments on the book here.

Is the Fifteen Saturdays devotion approved by the Catholic Church?

The Five First Saturdays is a practice requested by Our Lady of Fatima to make reparation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. It takes place on the first Saturdays of five consecutive months. This popular devotion rightly takes precedence since it was directly requested by Our Lady. However, St. Bartolo Longo’s meditations can contribute to fulfilling one of the requirements of the Five First Saturdays: fifteen minutes spent meditating on the Mysteries of the Rosary. The Fifteen Saturdays can easily be practiced along with the Five First Saturdays.

What is the difference between the Five First Saturdays and Fifteen Saturdays?

Yes, this book is also a great option for those looking for spiritual reading and Catholic meditations on the Mysteries of the Rosary. Each meditation is rooted in Scripture and accompanied by a beautiful work of sacred art, helping you to lift your mind and heart to God in prayer.

Can the meditations on the Mysteries of the Rosary be used on their own?

Do you still have questions about the Fifteen Saturdays? Feel free to get in touch via our contact form. You can also read more about the Fifteen Saturdays devotion here.

Product Details

  • Size: 5.5x7.5 inches

  • 136 pages

  • ISBN-13: 979-8-9951541-1-2

  • Also available in eBook format