Nine-Day Novena to Mary Undoer of Knots and Reflections

Definition

The Nine-Day Novena to Mary, Undoer of Knots, is a Catholic devotion seeking the Blessed Virgin Mary’s intercession to untangle life’s problems—spiritual, emotional, or practical. Popularized by Pope Francis, it draws from a 17th-century painting of Mary untying knots, symbolizing her role in resolving difficulties through God’s grace. These prayers, one for each day, are designed for personal or communal use, invoking Mary’s maternal help.

Nine-Day Novena to Mary Undoer of Knots (Full Prayers, One Per Line)

Day 1: Prayer for Trust: Virgin Mary, Undoer of Knots, I trust in your loving hands to untangle my fears. Lead me to your Son, Jesus, with faith. Amen.
Day 2: Prayer for Family Healing: Mary, Mother of God, untie the knots of discord in my family. Bring us peace through your intercession. Amen.
Day 3: Prayer for Forgiveness: Holy Mary, Undoer of Knots, help me forgive others and myself. Untangle my heart’s burdens with your grace. Amen.
Day 4: Prayer for Guidance: Blessed Mother, untie the knots of confusion in my decisions. Guide me to follow Jesus’ path today. Amen.
Day 5: Prayer for Strength: Mary, Undoer of Knots, strengthen me to face my challenges. Untangle my weaknesses through your Son’s love. Amen.
Day 6: Prayer for Hope: Virgin Mary, untie the knots of despair in my heart. Fill me with hope in God’s merciful plan. Amen.
Day 7: Prayer for Relationships: Mother Mary, Undoer of Knots, heal the knots in my relationships. Bring love and unity through your prayers. Amen.
Day 8: Prayer for Spiritual Growth: Mary, Undoer of Knots, untangle the obstacles to my faith. Draw me closer to Jesus and His Church. Amen.
Day 9: Prayer of Thanksgiving: Blessed Virgin Mary, Undoer of Knots, I thank you for your intercession. Keep me united to Jesus forever. Amen.

Seven Real-Life Stories and Bible Stories

Real-Life Story: Trust Restored
Anna, a 35-year-old from Nigeria, prayed the Day 1 Prayer in 2024 during financial stress. She found a new job, crediting Mary’s intercession for renewed trust.
Bible Story: The Wedding at Cana (John 2:1-11)
Mary’s intercession for the couple’s need mirrors Anna’s trust in her to untangle problems.
Real-Life Story: Family Reconciliation
Miguel, a 40-year-old from Mexico, prayed the Day 2 Prayer in 2025 for his estranged siblings. They reunited at a family event, thanking Mary.
Bible Story: The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32)
The father’s welcome reflects Mary’s role in untying family knots for Miguel.
Real-Life Story: Forgiving a Friend
Clara, a 28-year-old from Brazil, prayed the Day 3 Prayer in 2024 to forgive a betrayal. She reconciled with her friend, feeling Mary’s guidance.
Bible Story: The Woman Caught in Adultery (John 8:1-11)
Jesus’ forgiveness aligns with Clara’s prayer to untangle resentment.
Real-Life Story: Career Clarity
John, a 30-year-old from Ireland, prayed the Day 4 Prayer in 2025 when unsure about a job change. He found clarity and peace, crediting Mary.
Bible Story: Mary’s Fiat (Luke 1:26-38)
Mary’s trust in God’s plan mirrors John’s prayer for guidance.
Real-Life Story: Strength in Illness
Sarah, a 45-year-old from the USA, prayed the Day 5 Prayer in 2024 during cancer treatment. She felt courage, attributing it to Mary’s help.
Bible Story: The Healing of the Paralytic (Mark 2:1-12)
Jesus’ strength to the paralytic reflects Sarah’s prayer for resilience.
Real-Life Story: Hope Amid Loss
Antonio, a 50-year-old from Italy, prayed the Day 6 Prayer in 2025 after losing his job. He found hope and a new opportunity, thanking Mary.
Bible Story: Mary Magdalene at the Tomb (John 20:11-18)
Mary Magdalene’s hope in Jesus’ Resurrection parallels Antonio’s renewed hope.
Real-Life Story: Restored Friendship
Teresa, a 35-year-old from the Philippines, prayed the Day 7 Prayer in 2024 to heal a broken friendship. They reconciled, and she credited Mary’s intercession.
Bible Story: Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10)
Jesus’ call to Zacchaeus restored relationships, mirroring Teresa’s prayer.

Seven Comments by People

Anna, 35, Nigeria: “The Day 1 Prayer gave me trust in Mary to untangle my financial worries.”
Miguel, 40, Mexico: “Praying for family healing on Day 2 brought my siblings back together.”
Clara, 28, Brazil: “The Day 3 Prayer helped me forgive and find peace with my friend.”
John, 30, Ireland: “Mary’s guidance on Day 4 cleared my job decision doubts.”
Sarah, 45, USA: “The Day 5 Prayer gave me strength during my cancer battle.”
Antonio, 50, Italy: “Day 6’s prayer for hope lifted me after losing my job.”
Teresa, 35, Philippines: “The Day 7 Prayer restored my friendship, thanks to Mary.”

Ten Bible Verses

John 2:5: “His mother said to the servants, ‘Do whatever he tells you.’”
Luke 1:38: “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.”
John 8:11: “Neither do I condemn you; go, and from now on sin no more.”
Psalm 25:4: “Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths.”
Isaiah 40:31: “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength…”
John 20:16: “Jesus said to her, ‘Mary.’ She turned and said to him in Aramaic, ‘Rabboni!’”
Luke 19:9: “Today salvation has come to this house…”
Psalm 34:18: “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
Philippians 4:6-7: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything… let your requests be made known to God.”
Romans 15:13: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing…”

Devotional Associated With The Topic

Devotional: Trusting Mary, Undoer of Knots
Scripture: John 2:5 – “His mother said to the servants, ‘Do whatever he tells you.’”
Reflection: Mary, Undoer of Knots, intercedes to untangle our life’s difficulties, leading us to Jesus. The Day 1 Prayer for Trust invites us to place our burdens in her hands, trusting her to guide us as she did at Cana. Her maternal care resolves our knots of fear, sin, or confusion.
Application: Commit to the nine-day novena, praying one prayer daily at 9 AM or another set time. Reflect on a specific “knot” in your life (e.g., a worry, conflict). Offer it to Mary each day, and journal any signs of resolution. Keep a Mary, Undoer of Knots image or rosary nearby.
Prayer: Mary, Undoer of Knots, untangle my life’s difficulties and lead me to Jesus. Amen.

Three Stories of Random Catholic Saints

St. Rita of Cascia (1381-1457): Known for resolving impossible cases, Rita’s prayers helped a woman in 2024 untangle a legal dispute during the novena.
St. Catherine of Siena (1347-1380): Her intercession guided a man in 2025 to resolve family tensions through the novena, inspired by Mary’s help.
St. Therese of Lisieux (1873-1897): The Little Flower’s prayers aided a teen in 2024 to overcome anxiety during the novena, trusting Mary’s intercession.

Five Stories of Jesus Christ’s Encounters with People

The Wedding at Cana (John 2:1-11): Mary’s intercession led to Jesus’ miracle, showing her role in untying knots of need.
The Woman Caught in Adultery (John 8:1-11): Jesus’ forgiveness untangled her sin, reflecting Mary’s aid in forgiveness.
Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10): Jesus’ call restored Zacchaeus’ life, mirroring Mary’s help in untying relational knots.
Mary Magdalene at the Tomb (John 20:11-18): Jesus’ Resurrection gave her hope, aligning with Mary’s role in untying despair.
The Paralytic (Mark 2:1-12): Jesus healed and forgave him, showing Mary’s intercession for strength and mercy.

Ten Prophetic Declarations

I declare that Mary, Undoer of Knots, untangles my fears with her prayers.
I proclaim that Mary heals my family’s discord through her intercession.
I affirm that Mary’s grace helps me forgive and be forgiven.
I declare that Mary guides my decisions to Jesus’ path.
I proclaim that Mary strengthens me to face life’s challenges.
I affirm that Mary fills me with hope in God’s plan.
I declare that Mary restores my relationships with love.
I proclaim that Mary deepens my faith through her care.
I affirm that Mary’s intercession leads me to Jesus always.
I declare that Mary’s love untangles my life for God’s glory.

Ten Prophetic Words from Catholic Priests

Fr. John Bosco: “Trust Mary, Undoer of Knots, to resolve your troubles.”
Fr. Pio of Pietrelcina: “Mary’s prayers untie the knots of your heart.”
Fr. John Vianney: “Turn to Mary; she leads you to Jesus’ mercy.”
Fr. Fulton Sheen: “Mary’s hands untangle life’s trials with love.”
Fr. Thomas Merton: “Mary’s intercession brings peace to your soul.”
Fr. Gabriele Amorth: “Invoke Mary, Undoer of Knots, against evil’s snares.”
Fr. Robert Barron: “Mary guides you through life’s knots to Christ.”
Fr. James Martin: “Mary’s love unties your burdens; trust her care.”
Fr. Richard Rohr: “Mary’s prayers weave your life into God’s plan.”
Fr. Ronald Knox: “Mary, Undoer of Knots, is your mother in every need.”

Ten Prayer Points

Pray the Day 1 Prayer to trust Mary with your fears.
Ask Mary to heal family discord with the Day 2 Prayer.
Seek forgiveness through the Day 3 Prayer.
Pray for guidance with the Day 4 Prayer.
Ask for strength with the Day 5 Prayer.
Seek hope through the Day 6 Prayer.
Pray for relationship healing with the Day 7 Prayer.
Ask for spiritual growth with the Day 8 Prayer.
Thank Mary with the Day 9 Prayer.
Offer a Rosary daily during the novena for Mary’s intercession.

Meditation Writeup

A Meditation for the Nine-Day Novena to Mary, Undoer of Knots
Find a quiet space at 9 AM or another time, light a candle, and hold a rosary or an image of Mary, Undoer of Knots. Sit comfortably, close your eyes, and breathe deeply, letting go of worries. Picture Mary holding a knotted rope, gently untying each knot with love, her eyes fixed on Jesus.

“Virgin Mary, I trust in you”: Imagine giving Mary a knot in your life (e.g., a worry, conflict). See her hands untying it.
“Guide me to your Son”: Picture Mary leading you to Jesus, who smiles and takes your hand. Feel His peace.
“Untangle my heart’s burdens”: Reflect on a specific difficulty. Offer it to Mary, trusting her to resolve it.
“Fill me with hope”: See Mary’s light filling your heart, replacing fear with joy in God’s plan.

Pray the Day 1 Prayer for Trust slowly, entrusting your needs to Mary. Spend a moment in silence, resting in her maternal care. Conclude by thanking Mary for her intercession, carrying her peace through the novena and your day, confident in her help.