Eve, our first mother, by her disobedience
tied the first knot of disgrace
for the human race
Whereas Mary, by her obedience undid it
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But what are these knots?
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They are the problems and struggles
we face for which we don't see any solution.
Knots of discord in our family, lack of
understanding between parents and children,
disrespect, violence, the knots of deep hurts
between husband and wife, the absence of peace
and joy at home
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They are also the knots of
anguish and despair of separated couples,
the dissolution of the family, the knots of
Sons or daughters sick or separated
from home & God.
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Knots of alcoholism, the practice of abortion,
depression, unemployment, fear, solitude…
Ah, the knots of our life!
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How they suffocate the soul,
beat us down and betray the heart's joy and separate
us from God.
Powerful Mother, keep us safe & guide us
No one, not even the evil one himself
can take it away from your precious care
In your hands there is no knot that cannot
be undone
O Safe Refuge, hear our plea!
Mary, undoer of knots, pray for us.
