There are only two days now when fasting is required - Ash Wednesday and Good Friday.
In 2016, the Catholic fasting days were Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, where Catholics traditionally abstain from meat and fast.
Catholics have days set aside for fasting and abstinence but have no food prohibitions.
Lent is the forty days from Ash Wednesday to Easter. The Sundays are NOT part of the forty days. Therefore, there is no fasting on Palm Sunday or any Sunday during Lent.
Lent
16 days
Yes, Catholics traditionally observe a period of fasting and abstinence during the Advent season. This typically involves abstaining from meat on Fridays and fasting by limiting food intake on certain days, such as Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. The specific requirements may vary depending on local customs and the guidelines set by the individual's diocese or bishop.
fasting or abstaining.
It was/is a celebration before lent before fasting begins, so the Catholics are taking advantage of the time before that.
Catholics participate in the seasons of Lent and Easter by going to church and fasting at lent.
To the best of my knowledge, Catholics do not celebrate length.
During Lent, Catholics observe a period of fasting, prayer, and penance leading up to Easter. It is a time of spiritual reflection and preparation, symbolizing the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. Catholics may give up something they enjoy, such as certain foods or habits, as a form of sacrifice and self-discipline. The goal is to deepen their relationship with God and grow in faith.
It depends if you were fasting it no but if not you can eat frog legs