2007-12-29 13:18:48 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
As long as you're not viewing it as a sacramental you may be alright, but in my opinion you might want to consider seeking some alternative that doesn't have such a history of false doctrine associated with it. Particularly troubling to me is the ninth promise of the Rosary, in which Mary allegedly said:
"I shall deliver from Purgatory those who have been devoted to the Rosary."
I know for a fact that Mary did not make such a promise, because she has no authority to do so. You don't have to believe that Mary was immaculate while on earth, to agree that she does not sin *now*, and so you can bet your bottom dollar she doesn't appear to people and make promises that are outside of her authority.
2008-01-02 12:02:43 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous Lutheran 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course it's all right to say the Rosary. If you're not comfortable saying the Catholic Rosary, then consider buying an Episcopalian Rosary. You can buy them on eBay, usually with the instructions for saying it included. (It differs quite a bit from the Catholic version.)
I'm sure our Blessed Mother will be happy to help you as you sort through your problems by praying her Rosary.
2007-12-29 13:31:48 · answer #2 · answered by Wolfeblayde 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Actually, I think there is a form you gotta fill out and an "intellectual property right" fee you have to pay, it's kind of on the honor system, but I can email ya the form if you need it... hehehehhehehe just kidding
It's fine... I'm Catholic, tell the Pope that you got permission...hehehehehe, Again, just kidding.
Many religions use physical objects to help focus their spiritual thoughts.
I think Catholics are the most predominant Christian religion which has locked on to the connection between DOING and BELIEVING more so then other christians.
Catholics have lots of ways to physically do something that helps them feel closer to God or "focus" their thoughts.
But ANYONE can do it.
2007-12-29 13:30:47 · answer #3 · answered by John S 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It's just a meditation tool, nothing magical or sectarian about it. I've even seen Anglican "rosaries", with different numbers of beads. Forget the rules. Figure out how you want to use it.
2007-12-29 13:41:38 · answer #4 · answered by skepsis 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
protestants and catholics differ in that protestants don't accept the Pope and allow their ministers to marry , these are the main differences ; Mary told the children in Fatima to pray the rosary ; so pray the rosary
2007-12-29 13:22:54 · answer #5 · answered by sml 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I answered your question, and then found this (a better answer):
http://orthodoxlutheran.fws1.com/bvm/rosary.html
The Rosary
http://orthodoxlutheran.fws1.com/bvm/lutheranrosary.pdf lutheranrosary.pdf
(application/pdf Object)
This is another form of rosary used particularily by Lutherans:
http://www.lutheranprayerbeads.com/
Lutheran Prayerbeads.com
http://www.lutheranprayerbeads.com/downloads/Praying%20Small%20Catechism%20w%20Beads%20Fullpage.pdf
Praying Small Catechism w Beads Fullpage.pdf (application/pdf Object)
2007-12-30 00:20:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes It is
here are fifteen promises given to ALL those who recite the rosary
http://www.holywoundsapostolate.com/html/15_promises.htm
2008-01-01 10:15:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Certainly it's o.k. Using the rosary does help you to think things out and prayer is universal, no matter how you do it, just do it.
2007-12-29 13:23:20 · answer #8 · answered by Frankie 4 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Some Buhdists use a similair type of meditation bead, there is no reason why not.
http://www.healthandyoga.com/html/product/malabeads.html
2007-12-29 13:25:12 · answer #9 · answered by elgüero 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
yes, the Rosary is for everyone! isnt it great?
2007-12-29 13:21:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋