You are marked with an ash on Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday starts Lent.
No!Lent begin during Ash Wednesday.
2012
Monday of december
In 2011 Lent begins on March 9th and ends on the 23rd of April.
Lent beings on Ash Wednesday, which in 2010 falls on February 17th.
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Lent last for 40 days before Easter
Lent in 2009 will begin on Wednesday, February 25th and will last 46 days, ending on Saturday April 11th.
40 days marked by fasting, from food and festivities, and other acts of penance
Yes, many Methodists observe Lent as a part of their religious practices. Lent is a period of 40 days leading up to Easter that is often marked by fasting, prayer, and reflection on Jesus' sacrifice.
Easter is the first Sunday, after the first full moon, after the first day of spring. Lent is 6 1/2 weeks before that, always starting on Wednesday (Ash Wednesday).
40 days marked by fasting, from food and festivities, and other acts of penance