The tradition dates as far back as 601 AD, when 64th leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Gregory cemented the Lent as permanent tradition, according to the Museum of the Bible. At this time, Lent ...

In a few days, Christians will begin practicing the 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving, known as Lent. The period is held each spring as a preparation for the resurrection of Jesus Christ ...

Lent 2025: it is that time of the year when Christians all over the world will start preparing for Lent. An observance of ...

What are the holy days of Lent, and what do they mean? Here's what to know. Lent is a 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and reflection observed by many Christians in preparation for Easter.

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 ...