Five Mysteries of Peace: A Rosary for Asia’s wounded world

John Singarayar SVD has proposed five Mysteries of Peace as a new Rosary devotion for Catholics in Asia to pray during October. The devotion serves as a prayerful synthesis of themes from Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas.

The proposed mysteries focus on human dignity, justice for the poor, disarming words, dialogue instead of war, and building a civilization of love. Singarayar notes that the first mystery addresses the dignity of every person, emphasizing that worth is not determined by wealth, social position, or technological capacity. This prayer specifically intends to support those often overlooked in Asia, such as migrant laborers, persecuted minorities, children in conflict zones, and the elderly.

The devotion responds to regional challenges including war, displacement, discrimination against minorities, and the spread of online hatred. Singarayar suggests the prayers help believers choose between a world driven by power and domination and a society where justice and fraternity are possible.