Go here for an introduction to the rosary. The Mysteries The Joyful Mysteries revolve around the Incarnation. They are as follows (with Scriptural sources linked): 1. The Annunciation to the Virgin by Gabriel This covers Gabriel’s appearance to Mary, his prophecy of Christ’s mission, and her final assent to the Incarnation. 2. The Visitation of the Virgin to Elizabeth This covers Mary’s joining Elizabeth and Zacharias (the parents of John the Baptist) at their home in Judea, the unborn Baptist... Read more