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Lent, according to the Roman Catholic Church, exists for two reasons. Firstly to commemorate the 40 days in which Jesus spent in the desert and secondly to spiritually prepare the Catholic for Easter. It is characterized by Alms giving, fasting and prayer. By giving charitably, denying oneself some luxuries and praying regularly the Catholic tries to 'renew' their relationship with Christ in the month proceeding the mysteries of Holy Week.
What else can I help you with?
Do born again christians believe in lent?
Traditions exist to preserve the memory of an event and its import. So yes, they do.
What is a sentence for lent?
He lent her the book yesterday.She lent over and picked up her drink.
Why is lent colled lent?
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How do you get lent out of clothes?
with a lent brush
How many Fridays are there in Lent 2008?
There were 7 Fridays in Lent 2008, just as there are in evey Lent.
Another word for lent?
Lent might mean as sacrifice, but there is no other word or an alternative for Lent.
Do you have to fast on Sundays in Lent?
No. Sundays are not included in Lent!
When prayers and practices are associated with lent?
During Lent.
What is lent and what does it have to do with Easter?
lent prepares us for easter
Is Easter part of Lent?
Easter is the end of Lent.
Can you have what you gave up for Lent on your birthday?
If your birthday is not in Lent, then of course you can. If it is in Lent, you probably should still stay off what you have given up if you are serious about honouring Lent.
What should people do to prepare for lent?
You don't really have to prepare for Lent. I guess, in order to prepare for Lent you could start thinking about what you want to give up for Lent.
