novena, in Christianity, a term designating a spiritual devotion consisting of the recitation of a set form of prayer for nine consecutive days, in petition for a divine favour or in preparation for a liturgical feast or as participation in an important event such as a Year of Jubilee.
What is an example of a novena?
The ninth day, the novena, was celebrated as a feast. Examples: "Every year, we pray the Divine Mercy Novena on the nine days between Good Friday and Divine Mercy Sunday."25 Jun 2019
What do you pray in a novena?
A novena is a method of prayer in which we pray for the same petition or devotion for nine consecutive days. All these devoted themselves with one accord to prayer, together with some women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers.1 May 2020
Are novenas powerful?
Having the right attitude is key to the use of novenas. Because they're a powerful means of prayer, we can be tempted to abuse their power. When we pray a novena, we must take on Jesus' attitude in Gethsemane the night before he died.30 Apr 2014
What does novenas mean in English?
nine consecutive days
What language is the word novena?
History and Etymology for novena Medieval Latin, from Latin, feminine of novenus nine each, from novem.
Does God answer novenas?
“Novenas aren't for controlling God, but for opening ourselves to God in order to increase our faith and grow in love of God and neighbor,” said Redemptorist Father Jim White. “Novenas are about inner healing, obtaining special graces, transformation and growing in virtue and holiness.”30 Apr 2014