Beads and Meanings
Each of these clay beads are handmade by Sarah making Clay Rosaries a truly unique gift. Here I have written a short meaning for each bead listed. It is my hope that when you pray with your clay rosary, the beads will come to mean different things to you and inspire you in many ways.
Each multi-bead rosary comes with almost every bead listed below. Please look careful on the photos of individual rosaries to know the exact beads that are on the rosary. A bead meaning pamphlet is included with every order of the multi-bead rosaries. If you are interested in how the beads are made, please click through the links below.
Please note: My website and blog are not tutorials on bead making. I only use the photos on bead making to show the creative process for customers and anyone interested to gain a deeper appreciation for the work that goes into each bead and for the uniqueness of my beads.
Each multi-bead rosary comes with almost every bead listed below. Please look careful on the photos of individual rosaries to know the exact beads that are on the rosary. A bead meaning pamphlet is included with every order of the multi-bead rosaries. If you are interested in how the beads are made, please click through the links below.
Please note: My website and blog are not tutorials on bead making. I only use the photos on bead making to show the creative process for customers and anyone interested to gain a deeper appreciation for the work that goes into each bead and for the uniqueness of my beads.
Rooster Bead
The rooster is a symbol of the Resurrection and vigilance. To learn more about this bead and its meaning, click here.
Shamrock
Popular legend has it that St. Patrick used the shamrock to teach the Irish about the Trinity. The leaves each represent one of the persons of the Trinity- Father, Son and Holy Spirit. There are three persons in one God. To learn more about this bead, click here.
Compass Rose
The compass is a symbol of our life here on earth as travelers to our heavenly home. By using the Bible, Church and sacraments as a compass we are sure to be on the right path. To learn more about this bead and it's meaning, click here.
Trinity Knot
This never ending knot with no beginning and no end is a symbol for the most Holy Trinity- three Persons in one God who is the Alpha and the Omega- the beginning and the end. Each side of the triangular knot symbolizes the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. One but three- it is a mystery. To learn more about this bead and its meaning, click here.
Priest Symbol
The symbol shows the priest's stole- which is a symbol for the yoke of responsibility and the priest undertakes and the graces that flow from the sacrament. Intertwined in the stole, are St. Peter's "keys to the kingdom". Meaning priest have the power to preform all the sacraments including the forgiveness of sins and Holy Mass. To learn more about this bead, click here.
Butterfly Bead
The butterfly is a symbol of Christ's resurrection and the transitory nature of our lives. The different stages a butterfly goes through is
1. The caterpillar represents our life on earth
2, The chrysalis or cocoon resembles the tomb or death.
3. The butterfly represents the resurrection into a glorious new life free of material restrictions- our life in Heaven.
To learn more about this bead and how it was made, click here.
1. The caterpillar represents our life on earth
2, The chrysalis or cocoon resembles the tomb or death.
3. The butterfly represents the resurrection into a glorious new life free of material restrictions- our life in Heaven.
To learn more about this bead and how it was made, click here.
Little Flower
Perfection consists in doing his will, in being that which he wants us to be." St. Therese the Little Flower
The flower beads on the rosary symbolize the diversity of God's children. St. Therese says we are all like flowers- some big, some small, some grand, some tiny, but we are all loved the same by our Heavenly Father who pours his grace on us the same -just as the sun shines on the flowers.
To learn more about this bead, click here.
The flower beads on the rosary symbolize the diversity of God's children. St. Therese says we are all like flowers- some big, some small, some grand, some tiny, but we are all loved the same by our Heavenly Father who pours his grace on us the same -just as the sun shines on the flowers.
To learn more about this bead, click here.
Jerusalem Cross
These five crosses, one large surrounded by four smaller crosses, is a symbol for the four Gospels- Mathew, Mark, Luke and John, with Jesus as their Center. To learn more about this cross and its other meanings, click here.
Chi Rho
The Chi Rho is a symbol used for Christ that dates back to the second century. The P over lapping the X are Greek Letters that symbolize the Greek name for Christ: ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ. The X is also seen as a symbol for the Cross and Crucifixion. The wreath around the the Chi Rho is a symbol of the victory of the Resurrection. The Crucifixion and Resurrection are inseparable in this symbol as both are needed for our salvation. To learn more about this bead and its meaning, click here.
Confirmation Motif
This is my original design for the sacrament of Confirmation. The dove, heart and three dots above the dove, are part of the motif and symbolize, the Holy Spirit, love and The Trinitarian God. The red is a symbol of fire and the Sacrament of Confirmation. To learn more about how this bead was made, click here.
Dove Bead
". . . The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you . . ." 1 Corinthians 11:25
Queen of Heaven
"A wondrous sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun . . . and a crown of twelve stars on her head." Revelations 12:1
Mary is the Queen of Heaven and earth.
Mary is the Queen of Heaven and earth.
Divine Mercy Jesus
A symbol of Divine Mercy Jesus. The sun is a symbol for the Son of God. The pink and blue rays symbolize the blood and water flowing from Jesus who desires to pour on us mercy, love and forgiveness.
Confirmation
The "laying on of hands" is symbol for the sacrament of confirmation. Click Here to view this bead being made.
Happy Face
"Peace begins with a smile." Mother Theresa of Calcutta (only on First Communion Rosaries only)
Wheat Bead
". . . unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit." John 12:24
Star of David
Star of David: "I am the root and the descendant of David, the bright morning star." Revelation 22:16
Crosses at Calvary
But may it never be that I would boast, except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ . . ." Galatians 6:14 (on First communion bracelet only)
Fish Bead
". . . Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch." Luke 5:4
Jesus calls us to be "fishers of men".
Jesus calls us to be "fishers of men".
Crown of Thorns
"By his wounds we are healed." Isaiah 53:5
Music Bead
“It is good to give thanks to the LORD and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High.” Psalm 92:1
Fleur De Lis
A symbol for the Holy Trinity - three persons in one God. Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To view this bead being made, click here.
Monstrance
Monstrance: This is the holy object where the Eucharist is exposed for us to adore. To learn more about this bead and symbol, click here.
"To Jesus through Mary"
This is a symbol for “To Jesus through Mary.” Jesus came into the world through Mary; she is also the way we should go to Him.
Butterfly
The butterfly is a symbol of Jesus’ resurrection and our new life in Him.
Fish Symbol
The Symbol of the fish is an ancient symbol used for Christians.
Rainbow Bead
"I set my bow int the cloud, and it shall be a sign of a covenant between Me and the earth." Genesis 9:13
Nativity Bead
“For today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.”
Luke 2:11
Luke 2:11
Rejoice in the Light
"He was the lamp that was burning and was shining and you were willing to rejoice for a while in his light." John 5:35
We are the light of the work, let your light shine brightly for all to see!
We are the light of the work, let your light shine brightly for all to see!
Vine Bead
"I am the vine, you are the branches . . . apart from Me you can do nothing." John 15:5
Holy Spirit
"And there appeared to them tongues as of fire distributing themselves, and they rested on each one of them." Acts2:3
This symbol for the Holy spirit looks like a dove made up of flames as appeared at Pentecost. To Learn more about this symbol, click here.
This symbol for the Holy spirit looks like a dove made up of flames as appeared at Pentecost. To Learn more about this symbol, click here.
Agony In the Garden
"And being in agony He was praying fervently; and His sweat became like drops of blood, falling down upon the ground." Luke 22:44
On the bead: hands for Jesus praying, three drops of blood, moon and stars to show it was at night.
On the bead: hands for Jesus praying, three drops of blood, moon and stars to show it was at night.
Tomb of Jesus
"He is not here, for He has risen, just as He said. Come, see the place where He was lying." Matthew 28:6
Wounds of Christ
"But He was pierced through for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities." Isaiah 53:5
Rose Bead
A rose is a sign of love. We honor Mary with a bouquet of roses through the holy rosary.
Eucharist Bead
"Take, eat; this is My body." Matthew 26:26
Guardian Angel Bead
"Behold, I am going to send an angel before you to guard you along the way and to bring you into the place which I have prepared." Exodus 23:20
To view the production of this bead, click here.
To view the production of this bead, click here.
Kingdom of God Bead
"The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel." Mark 1:15
Baby Feet
This is the international pro-life symbol; the feet are the same size as a baby just 10 weeks after conception.
Sacred Heart of Jesus
Sacred Heart of Jesus, Have mercy on us. Jesus' heart burns with love for us and he shows us that he is willing to do anything for us. To learn more about this symbol and this bead, click here.
Baptism Bead
Symbol of the sacrament of Baptism. The three drops of water represent the Trinity.
Lamb of God
"Behold, the lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!" John 1:29 To learn more about this symbol and the bead, click here.
Church Bead
We are the Church. "So then, let us aim for harmony in the church and try to build each other up." Romans 14:19
Grapes Bead
". . . This cup is the new covenant in My blood . . ." 1 Corinthians 11:25
The grapes symbolize the life giving blood of Christ given freely at Mass.
The grapes symbolize the life giving blood of Christ given freely at Mass.
Immaculate Heart of Mary
Mary's Heart, pierced with sorrow, burns with love for us, her children. Mary says at Fatima, "In the end, my immaculate Heart will triumph." To learn more about how this bead was made, click here.
The Little Flower
Perfection consists in doing his will, in being that which he wants us to be." St. Therese the Little Flower
The flower beads on the rosary symbolize the diversity of God's children. St. Therese says we are all like flowers- some big, some small, some grand, some tiny, but we are all loved the same by our Heavenly Father who pours his grace on us the same -just as the sun shines on the flowers.
The flower beads on the rosary symbolize the diversity of God's children. St. Therese says we are all like flowers- some big, some small, some grand, some tiny, but we are all loved the same by our Heavenly Father who pours his grace on us the same -just as the sun shines on the flowers.
Love Bead
"A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another..."John 13:34
Calla Lily
The Calla Lily is a symbol of purity and great beauty. May we live our lives spotless and pure to make a holy dwelling for the Holy Spirit. To see how this bead was made, click here.
