After six Fridays of not eating meat, Christians observing Lent are nearly at the finish line. The 40-day season of prayer comes to an end this week just ahead of the Easter holiday. The period ...

At this time, Lent lasted 46 days consisting of 40 days of fasting where only one meal and no meat was allowed, with the exception of six Sundays considered "feast days." Start the day smarter.

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Lent is a 40-day season of prayer and fasting observed by Christians. Lent will start on Ash Wednesday, March 5. It ends on Maundy Thursday, on April 17, the day before Good Friday.

Lent is a 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving, held 40 days before Easter Sunday. The season offers Christians the time to prepare for Jesus' Easter resurrection.

Christians will observe the 40-day season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, known as Lent from today. The period is a preparation for the resurrection of Christ on Easter Sunday.

Two leaders in the faith sphere shared with Fox News Digital their thoughts about prayer to God and preparation ahead of the Easter holiday as the First Sunday of Lent is celebrated.

Lent is a 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving, held in preparation for the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus. This year, Lent begins on March 5 and ends on April 17.

Ash Wednesday marks the first day of Lent, a 40-day period of solemn observance that ends on Easter Sunday. During Ash Wednesday, ashes are placed on a worshiper's forehead in the shape of the cross.

Ash Wednesday begins Lent, a 40-day period of prayer, fasting, and reflection for Christians. Observed with the application of ashes on the forehead, it signifies penance and humility.