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.
advent
LENT
there is Easter time, ordinary time, lent Christmas season....
Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday is the liturgical Season of Lent.
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
Purple is the liturgical color that symbolizes penance in the Christian tradition. It is often used during Lent, a season of reflection, repentance, and preparation for 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.
No. Lent is the season of fasting in the Christian liturgical calendar. Easter is a season of rejoicing.