Christians worldwide observe the start of the 40-day lent season today.
Christians from many denominations, including Roman Catholics, Anglicans, Orthodox, Lutherans, Methodists, and others, regularly observe Lent.
Ash Wednesday, a significant day in the liturgical calendar, marks the start of Lent in the Catholic Church. A priest says, "Repent and trust in the Gospel", while ashes are made from palm tree branches and leaves on the foreheads of the congregation.
Ash is a representation of penance and repentance that comes from Hebrew culture.
While wearing the ashes all day is not required, many individuals wait until evening to wash them off.
Lent, which starts on Ash Wednesday, is a time for reflection, fasting, and penance to prepare Christians for the holy week in April.
Christians should abstain from meat and narcotics, especially on Wednesdays and Fridays, in addition to praying, fasting, and participating in charitable endeavours.
Following the conclusion of Lent, Holly Week begins on Thursday, April 6, with the Chrism liturgy and ends on Good Friday, April 7.
Christians primarily participate in the way of the cross on Good Friday to remember Jesus' suffering, crucifixion, and death. It concludes with a devotional service.
On Saturday, April 8, there will be a vigil mass in its place that is specifically for candle lighting.
Christians celebrate Easter Sunday on April 10; it marks the culmination of Holly Week and their celebration of Christ's resurrection. The following day is Easter Monday.
