The devotion to the Holy Wounds dates back to the 14th century, when it was promoted by Saint Bridget of Sweden. However, the modern Rosary of the Holy Wounds was popularized in the 19th century by Saint Faustina Kowalska, a Polish nun who reported receiving visions from Jesus Christ.

The Rosary of the Holy Wounds is a prayer devotion that aims to honor the five wounds of Jesus Christ: the wound on his forehead from the crown of thorns, the wound on his right hand from the nailing to the cross, the wound on his left hand from the nailing to the cross, the wound on his side from the spear, and the wound on his feet from the nailing to the cross.