Who Is This Novena Candle For?
This candle is for anyone going through a trial, holding a special intention or simply wishing to find serenity again. Whether you are praying for your family, your health, your work, your love life or your inner peace, it becomes the visible support of your spiritual journey. It suits practicing believers as well as those simply seeking comfort, and it has its place on a home altar or a bedside table alike.
Benefits of the Mary, Undoer of Knots Novena Candle
- 9 days of prayer: a long, steady burn that supports the traditional novena from the first day to the last.
- Soothes the heart: its gentle flame invites calm, letting go and trust.
- Brings hope and serenity: a powerful symbol for untangling the stuck situations in your life.
- For all your intentions: family, health, work, love, inner peace or thanksgiving.
- Creates a prayerful atmosphere: ideal for evening prayer, meditation or a simple moment of silence.
- Quality craftsmanship: plant-based wax and careful printing, for a candle worthy of your devotion.
- A lovely spiritual gift: a thoughtful present for a christening, a communion, a birthday or a message of support.
Novena Candle Features
- Burn time: about 9 days, a complete novena
- Height: approx. 17 cm
- Diameter: approx. 6.5 cm
- Wax: quality plant-based wax
- Container: white jar with protective lid
- Front: color image of Mary, Undoer of Knots
- Back: prayer to Mary, Undoer of Knots, framed with a gold border
- Packaging: sold individually
How to Pray Your Novena
- Prepare your space: place the candle on a stable, heat-resistant surface, away from drafts, curtains and flammable objects.
- Set your intention: remove the lid and clearly name the person, situation or knot you would like to see untied.
- Light the wick: recite the prayer printed on the back of the candle, or the words of your heart.
- Return each day: for 9 days, come back to this time of prayer, ideally at the same hour, letting the candle burn safely.
- Give thanks: at the end of the novena, give thanks, whether or not the answer is already visible. Trust is part of the journey.
- Support: for an intention that feels heavy to carry, you can be accompanied by a Kyvoitou medium to shed light on the situation you wish to untangle.
Prayer to Mary, Undoer of Knots
“Mary, Undoer of Knots, pray for us. Holy Virgin Mary, who unties the knots of my life, intercede for me with your Son so that He may grant me the grace I need. Amen.” This traditional prayer is printed on the back of the candle to accompany you each day of your novena.
Safety Precautions
- Never leave a burning candle unattended.
- Keep the candle out of reach of children and pets.
- Place it on a stable, heat-resistant surface.
- Do not move the candle while the wax is hot.
- Store it in a dry place, away from direct sunlight.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long does this candle burn? About 9 days of continuous burning – exactly the length of a novena.
2. Can I put it out between prayers? Yes. You can extinguish it and relight it each day: your novena still counts – it's your intention that matters.
3. What intentions can I use it for? For anything that feels stuck: family tensions, health, job hunting, relationships, exams, inner peace, or simply to give thanks.
4. Do I need to be a practicing believer? No. Many people use it as a support for reflection and comfort, without regular religious practice.
5. Can it be combined with other rituals? Yes, it pairs beautifully with a time of prayer, meditation, a cleansing incense or a Kyvoitou ritual box.
6. Is the candle refillable? No, it is designed for one complete novena. The container can then be cleaned and kept as a keepsake.
7. Does it make a good gift? Absolutely: it's a thoughtful, meaningful present for a christening, a communion, a recovery or a time of mourning.