A novena is a traditional Catholic practice of prayer that lasts for nine consecutive days, seeking the intercession of God, the Blessed Virgin Mary, or the saints for a specific intention. The term “novena” comes from the Latin word “novem,” meaning nine, and it is rooted in both the Bible and the long-standing devotional practices of the Church. The origin of the novena is believed to be …
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