A Rosary Narrative for Meditation

By Adam Leskowicz, sfo

A delightful read as well as a simple guide for one of the most popular prayers in Christendom, the Rosary Narrative is seemingly written in real time. The author's unique way with words brings to life the scenes and conversations described in each mystery along with the atmosphere in which they take place. His pilgrimage to the Holy Land in 1993 helps to visualize and authenticate the various places in the story. A retired commercial artist by trade, and having worked in various dimensions, Mr. Leskowicz is able to bring his experience to bear in the reality of making words come alive even to the extent of the various paintings illustrated inside that punctuate each mystery. In addition, his numerous pilgrimages to Medugorje has helped him to cultivate a genuine fondness for Our Lady's rosary. Highly recommended for your prayerful experience.

â-â-â-â-â-â-â-â-â-â-â-â-â-â- Well written, very believable...piques one's interest in the Rosary story.

""Trudi Norton I particularly liked the historical background and geography where each event took place.

""Don Lyon This is one of the best Rosary Narrative I have ever read. I strongly recommend it to everyone. Thank you for letting me read it, and I can't wait to get the book when it comes out!

""Pat Sanders Amazing! The "Rosary Narrative for Meditation" is a remarkable literary piece whereby the author's use of words brings alive events in the life of Jesus as they might have happened. The Rosary Meditation is like no other as it is written in plain language for easy reading, and it is extremely enjoyable. It is ideal for rosary groups. The author is most blessed and gifted by our Lord as he speaks to us through him.

""Linda Wolters I was pleasantly surprised how easy the read is on the eyes. It's simply written and understandable for any age group. It does make the mind work on the scene though, a sure sign that it describes the scenario well with good descriptors. Knowing a little of the history and the people therein, I could see how close to the real history you have incorporated in the narrative. You do have a real talent for writing, Adam, and this is true. Cultivate it.

""James Semertzides, MD, FACP, FACC

• Language: English
• Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
• Release date: Feb 4, 2020
• ISBN: 9781098015176

Book preview

The Annunciation

Nazareth is a small town tucked away in the northern part of the western side of the Sea of Galilee. It’s a good distance from the sea which accounts for a hot and dry climate most of the time. Vegetation is scarce such as trees and low-lying shrubs, and so there is nothing much to keep the dusty soil from drifting around in the slightest breeze.

Young children begin their day at the crack of dawn with their various games and play activities, while the older children help with the household chores before embarking on their playful adventures. Teenage boys are already being prepared for life as adults by learning the trades of their father, while teenage daughters are intent on learning the delicate tasks of balancing marriage and motherhood from their moms.

Young minds are always delving into the questions of why and how come only to be told that’s the way it is. And so it would not be unusual to see a youngster sitting alone and away from earshot of family or friends, pondering the world’s great questions. However, his only source for answers is the scriptures, and those are hidden from us behind the curtain in the temple.

Ezra has one of those inquiring minds. He knows from his father that the land that lays before him was there for centuries and inhabited by any number of people and tribes. Battles were fought out there. Many lives were lost. Why? Yet it seemed that the Jewish people were always fighting for the right to worship their God in their manner and not be forced into worshipping pagan gods. There’s a great deal of history out there, thought the young boy. And where are we going with it? What is the purpose of this life? What is in the future? How long is the future? They can only learn about where they are and what to do in terms of the scrolls that the rabbis have.

His meandering thoughts are interrupted by a young girl coming his way. Looks like she is picking berries or something. Golly, she is one of the prettiest girls in these parts. She is kinda quiet and keeps to herself; he has seen her around the village at times and noticed she doesn’t mingle much with the other girls her age, although she seems to always smile and have a peace about her. Ezra wonders if the young girl will acknowledge him if he extends a greeting to her. Hello, he says somewhat sheepishly, breaking with a smile. The young girl looks up, then quickly looks away although with a smile that seems to return the greeting. Could I help you? I mean, I could help you gather the berries so you don’t get pricked by the bushes.

Hey, silly, she responds. It’s not berries I’m picking. It’s the fruit from these ugly bushes.

The fruit of those twisted and misshapen bushes is called locust, and they are very bitter to eat. However, they are very tasty and good for a person, so they have to eat them with honey to sweeten them.

The young lad goes about helping the pretty girl fill her basket with the locusts until it was brimming over with the bitter fruit. She turns to him and graciously thanks him for his generosity as she bows, as if practicing her newly learned behavior as a maiden. Ezra asks if she will be this way again soon to which she responded, Perhaps, but not sure. Every day is different, and so I cannot predict for tomorrow.

She bade him farewell and hurried along her way home. Her mother was surprised to see her daughter return so quickly and with a basket brimming over with the fruit. The young maiden explained she had some help from a young lad from the village. What’s his name, dear? Did you ask?

He introduced himself as Ezra. He said he likes to come to this part of town because it’s so quiet here, and he likes to think a lot, and this is perfect with no distractions.

The two women proceed to prepare the fruit for the table, first washing it, then cutting off the stems and the thin skins. Her mother places the bowl of fruit on the table and covers it with a linen cloth.

Mother, the young lady asks, would you tell me more of what you’ve learned from hearing the words from the scrolls as they were read at the synagogue? I find them fascinating because they are just what Anna taught me when I was with her. Whenever I hear those things, my heart beats more and more, and my mind is filled with so many good things.

Her mother was pleased that her daughter was interested in knowing about her heritage and their relationship with God. She recalled how their people would one day be lifted from the oppression they lived under and that a real king would be sent by God to lead them out of the darkness and into the light of freedom. Even though they lived far from Jerusalem, it would seem they would not be subjected so much to