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They do so a s a remembrance of Jesus' death and sufferings for them.
Actually They do it as a remembrance of the 40 days he was in the desert before he died. Also Christians are supposed to give up something they really love during these 40 days just like how Jesus gave up his life and He also gave up almost everything for the 40 days in the desert.
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Why do Christians have lent?
Christians dont really "have" Lent its more like a tradition. Christians are preparing for the Death and Resurection of Jesus Christ
How do Germans celebrate Lent?
If they are Christians, you don't need to be a certain nationality to celebrate lent.
What do Christians call the time of preparation leading up to Easter?
It is called Lent.
Do Canadians celebrate Lent?
Those Canadians who are also Christians would likely observe lent, in common with other Christians wherever they may live.
Do people in England celebrate Lent?
Lent is not celebrated. That is an oxymoron. However, people, at least good Christians, do observe Lent in England.
Why do Christians celebrate lent?
Because Jesus/God did.
What do Christians call the preparation leading up to Easter?
lent
Do the people of Afghanistan do Lent for God or even Jesus?
The majority of Afghanistan is Muslim, therefore they do not do Lent. Muslims do not do the same practices as Christians.
Christians keep Lent by prayer good works and what?
Christian keep lent by prayer, good deeds and fasting and giving up a habbit.
Can Christians use Rosary Beads in Lent?
Rosary is a prayer, so Christian can pray anytime they want to during their life, including Lent.
How does Lent help Christians in their lives?
It can help us improve our lives and characters.
Why is shrove Tuesday special for christians?
Because it is 40 days before the lent
