To remember the passion of Christ and to do penance.
Lent
No, Lent is a different liturgical season from Ordinary Time.
"Alleluia" is omitted from the season of Lent in anticipation of the joy of the ressurection where it is a key part of the celebration.
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LENT
Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday is the liturgical Season of Lent.
there is Easter time, ordinary time, lent Christmas season....
The Liturgical season's are: Advent Christmas Time after Epiphany (Ordinary Time) Lent Easter Time after Pentecost (Ordinary Time)
A time during the church's year - Easter, Christmas, Lent, Advent, Ordinary time
Violet symbolizes penance, at least during Lent.
The liturgical color of Lent in the Christian tradition is purple, symbolizing penance, preparation, and royalty. It serves as a visual reminder of the solemnity and introspection of the Lenten season, leading up to Easter.
Lent is not a part of the Buddhist tradition, so as far as I know they do not change their eating habits during this liturgical season.