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'''Lent''' in the [[Christian]] [[calendar]] is the forty-day period of [[atonement]] and fasting that begins on [[Ash Wednesday]] and [[Easter]] Sunday marks the jubilee date. Good Friday, the Friday before Easter Sunday is an important Holy day, marking Christ's death on the cross. The entire Holy season commemorates [[Christ]]'s 40 days of prayer and fasting in the wilderness after his [[baptism]] by [[John the Baptist]]. A triumphant celebration of [[Christ]] risen marks the conclusion.

'''Lent''' in the [[Christian]] [[calendar]] is the forty-day period of [[atonement]] and fasting that begins on [[Ash Wednesday]] and [[Easter]] Sunday marks the jubilee date. Good Friday, the Friday before Easter Sunday is an important Holy day, marking Christ's death on the cross. The entire Holy season commemorates - '' "Jesus spent 40 days Fasting in the Desert after His [[baptism]]" (Matthew 4: 1-2)'', baptisted by [[John the Baptist]]. A triumphant celebration of [[Christ]] risen marks the conclusion of lent.  

==Catholics==

==Catholics==

Catholics and additional denominations place blessed ashes in the sign of a cross on each forehead. During the six-week period, Friday fasting consists of three meals, no meat and no snacks between meals. It is expected that each person give up something dear and of value- or provide for others out of your normal routine. This is a sign of unity and sacrifice for the Lord's sake.

On Ash Wednesday, Catholics and additional denominations place blessed ashes in the sign of a cross on each forehead. During the six-week period, Friday fasting consists of three meals, no meat and no snacks between meals. It is expected that each person increase prayer, give up something dear and of value- or provide for others out of your normal routine. This is a sign of unity and sacrifice for the Lord's sake.

 

The Catholic Church starts Octave of Easter recognition.

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