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In the Catholic Religion, Jesus fasted for 40 days and 40 nights in the desert. Catholics give up something like Jesus did for those same 40 days. They also don't eat meat on Fridays.
Roman Catholic AnswerOf course it is NOT pagan! Lent comes from the 40 days that Our Blessed Lord spent in the desert, it is a time of preparation for the Catechumens and Candidates who are coming into the Catholic Church at Easter AND a preparation for all good Christians to celebrate Easter in a worthy manner.
What else can I help you with?
Do you have to be confirmed in a Catholic Church to participate in Lent?
No, you do not need to be confirmed to participate in Lent.
What color is Lent observed in the Catholic Church?
Lent is observed in the Catholic Church with the color purple, symbolizing penance, preparation, and reflection.
How many weeks of Lent are there in the Roman Catholic Church?
Lent last for 40 days which makes it 6 weeks as per the Roman Catholic Church.
Is Lent an Ordinary Time in the Catholic Church?
No, Lent is a different liturgical season from Ordinary Time.
When does Lent start in the Roman Catholic Church?
Lent begins in the Catholic Church forty days before Easter always on a Wednesday, which is called "Ash Wednesday".Lent begins in the Catholic Church forty days before Easter always on a Wednesday, which is called "Ash Wednesday".Lent begins in the Catholic Church forty days before Easter always on a Wednesday, which is called "Ash Wednesday".Lent begins in the Catholic Church forty days before Easter always on a Wednesday, which is called "Ash Wednesday".Lent begins in the Catholic Church forty days before Easter always on a Wednesday, which is called "Ash Wednesday".Lent begins in the Catholic Church forty days before Easter always on a Wednesday, which is called "Ash Wednesday".Lent begins in the Catholic Church forty days before Easter always on a Wednesday, which is called "Ash Wednesday".Lent begins in the Catholic Church forty days before Easter always on a Wednesday, which is called "Ash Wednesday".Lent begins in the Catholic Church forty days before Easter always on a Wednesday, which is called "Ash Wednesday".
Does Lent end with the Triduum?
Roman Catholic AnswerYes, Lent ends immediately BEFORE the Triduum starts.
What is the color symbolizing repentence during Lent?
Roman Catholic AnswerThe liturgical color for Lent is Violet.
Why no flowers in catholic church during Lent?
it is not a celebration
Is repentance a part of Catholic practice for Lent?
Yes
Which week follows the first Sunday in lent?
The "First week of Lent" follows the "First Sunday" of Lent. --- Ember Week --- In the Roman Catholic ChurdThe term "Ember Week" fell out of use in the Catholic calendar after the first Vatican Council
Is Lent a Catholic practice?
Yes. Celebrated before Easter. It is a time of preparation for what is to come; the death of Our Lord on the Cross.
What do you practice during lent?
Roman Catholic AnswerTraditionally, the practices during Lent should be Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving.
