Lent (Latin: Quadragesima, [1] 'Fortieth') is the solemn Christian religious observance in the liturgical year in preparation for Easter. It echoes the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert and enduring temptation by Satan, according to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, before beginning his public ministry.

4 天之前 · Lent is the 40-day period leading up to Easter, (excluding Sundays) that starts on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday, the day before Easter. The 40 days of Lent involve fasting, prayer, and almsgiving as a way to connect deeper with God.

2025年1月14日 · Lent is a period of penitential preparation for the Christian feast of Easter. In Western churches it begins on Ash Wednesday. Lent is observed for 40 days, in imitation of Jesus Christ’s fast in the wilderness, and focuses on fasting, prayer, and almsgiving.

Lent is traditionally a 40-day observance of fasting and abstinence in preparation for the greatest feast in the Catholic liturgical year, Easter. This year, Lent Begins on March 5th. The practice of penance during this time dates back to the days of the Apostles. The number 40 is in imitation of the 40 days that Our Lord spent in the desert ...

2024年2月14日 · Lent is a 40 day season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Thursday. It's a period of preparation to celebrate the Lord's Resurrection at Easter.

4 天之前 · Lent is a period of 40 days of fasting and prayer leading up to Easter. Lent starts on Ash Wednesday and concludes on Holy Saturday, just before Easter Sunday. The word "Lent" comes from the word "lecten" which is Anglo-Saxon meaning "spring" and refers to the lengthening of days.

2025年2月3日 · A. Lent is 40 days long because Jesus fasted in the wilderness 40 days and 40 nights before embarking on His public ministry. But He did not select the length of His fast at random. He was following biblical precedents—in several places in Scripture, we read about 40-day periods of penance or preparation.

2024年6月13日 · Lent is a season of spiritual preparation before Easter that is marked by fasting, repentance, and reflection on Jesus Christ's life and sacrifice. Many Christians observe Lent by giving up certain habits or foods and engaging in spiritual disciplines to deepen their faith and relationship with God.

2024年2月14日 · Lent is a time of spiritual renewal and reflection in preparation for observing Good Friday, the death of Jesus, and celebrating Easter, the resurrection of Jesus. The purpose of Lent is to draw...

2024年2月13日 · Lent is a season of prayer and fasting before Easter. The season lasts 46 days and during this time, Catholics attend Mass and Reconciliation, make personal sacrifices, and perform additional acts of service and devotion. Lent ends with Easter Sunday, which marks the resurrection of the Lord.