The Dolfi olive wood Rosary, with its Franciscan wood and rope craftsmanship, evokes the profound spirituality of St. Francis of Assisi. Born in the twelfth century, Francis is revered as one of the most beloved and influential saints in Christian history. His life was a hymn to poverty, humility, and love for every creature, embodying a message of peace and universal brotherhood.
His devotion to nature, which led him to preach even to the birds, and his profound identification with Christ crucified, culminating in the reception of the stigmata, made him a model of authentic faith. The rosary, an instrument of contemplative prayer, is linked to Franciscan spirituality through meditation on the mysteries of Christ's life, in line with Francis's invitation to follow in the footsteps of the Lord. This olive wood rosary, a symbol of peace and longevity, thus becomes a tangible reminder of the simplicity and depth of Franciscan faith.