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How do Orthodox Catholics observre Lent?

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Do only Catholics fast during Lent?

Catholics fast for Lent and so do Greek Orthodox. Some Protestants do to but that seems to be an individual choice.


Can I get married between orthodox Lent and orthodox Easter?

No, you cannot get married during the period when Orthodox Lent begins and Orthodox Easter, as Great Lent is a period of mourning and fasting. You can get married before Lent or after Easter, but not during Lent.


What religions celebrate lent?

Mostly all NON-Christianity religions does not celebrate lent, such as Jewish and Muslim, but still many different religions do celebrate similar observance to pre indulgence prior to "fasting", for soul/body cleansing. Buddhists do celebrate "Buddhist Lent" but not for the same reasons as Christian Lent.


When do you stop eating meat at Easter time?

You don't fast during Easter. Catholics, Orthodox and some other Christians fast from meat during Lent: Catholics on Ash Wednesday and every Friday in Lent. Orthodox fast from meat every day during Lent. The Lenten fast ends on Holy Saturday night with the celebration of the Easter Vigil. The purpose of the fast is to discipline the body and focus on the spiritual life.


What is the duration of lent in 2008?

Lent for Western Christians (Catholics, Protestants) ends on 22 March, since 23 March 2008 is the Western date for Easter. Lent for Eastern Orthodox Christians starts on 10 March and ends on 26 April, since 27 April 2008 is the Orthodox date for Pascha/Easter.


When lent starts for orthodox Easter 2015?

Orthodox Easter Lent (Great Lent) started on Monday, February 23, 2015.


How do catholics participate in the seasons of Lent and Easter in Public Liturgy?

Catholics participate in the seasons of Lent and Easter by going to church and fasting at lent.


Do the Greek Orthodox celebrate Lent?

no


Can Catholics have pies during Lent?

Yes, Catholics may eat pies during Lent unless they are meat pies and those may not be eaten on Fridays during Lent.


Can Catholics eat skinless chicken and pork products during Lent?

Yes, Catholics can eat chicken and pork during Lent except on Ash Wednesday and all Fridays during Lent when Catholics should abstain from eating meat.


How long is the Orthodox Lent?

40 days


When is Orthodox Lent in 2014?

March 3rd.