The Dominicans of Opole as promoters of rosary prayer (on the example of the Book of the Rosary Confraternity of Krapkowice of the 18th century)

Abstract

The article aims to show the role of the Dominicans of Opole in promoting of rosary prayer in the 18th century. The basis for considerations is the Book of the Rosary Confraternity from the parish of St. Saint Nicholas at Krapkowice (currently Opole voivodeship). It has not been the subject of interest to researchers so far. The confraternity was founded by the Dominicans of Opole in 1728 and functioned until 1810 (1812). During this period, over 2,800 people from over one hundred and fifty towns and villages in Silesia enrolled. It contributed to the consolidation of Catholicism among the inhabitants of this part of Silesia.