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February 22-April 8, 2023 – Lent (Western church)
The phrase Lent comes from the Previous English phrase lencten, which means spring.
Within the Western church, Lent starts on Ash Wednesday, six and a part weeks earlier than Easter, and ends on Holy Saturday.
Within the Jap church, Lent starts at the Monday of the 7th week earlier than Easter and ends at the Friday earlier than Palm Sunday.
Fasting and prayer are completed in remembrance and mirrored image of Jesus Christ’s fasting within the barren region.
Lent lasts 40 days. Sundays don’t seem to be counted.
The observance of Lent dates again to the 4th century.
Fifth-Ninth centuries – Strict fasting all over Lent is normal. Meat and fish are forbidden, however one meal an afternoon is permitted.
Fasting nonetheless continues however is much less strict now within the Western church buildings.
Many of us surrender one thing all over Lent, reminiscent of TV or different gratifying actions.
Attractive in acts of charity is some other customized all over Lent.
