In 2022 Lent begins on Wednesday 2 March and ends on Thursday 14 April. Lent is an old English word meaning 'lengthen'. Lent is observed in spring, when the days begin to get longer. Jesus went ...
What is Lent?
In 2021 Lent begins on Wednesday 17 February and ends on Saturday 3 April. Lent is an old English word meaning 'lengthen'. Lent is observed in spring, when the days begin to get longer.
What Is Lent's Meaning and Purpose?
In other words, there are numerous ways to approach Lent, some more legalistic than devotional. Still, the origins of Lent seem to be rooted in Christians giving up food or money in order to emulate ...
How Do We Observe Lent in a Biblical Way?
Below are three things to consider. The first thing we must recognize is that the Bible does not speak about “the season of Lent.” That is to say, the word “Lent” is not found in Scripture. This ...
What is Lent? When does it start and how long does it last?
All those questions and more are answered below. Lent derives from an old English word 'lencten', meaning spring season, when the religious festival is observed each year. It takes many forms but ...
